Articulations
This term means to play two or more notes without separation or re-articulation
What is a Slur?
This term means "the head"
What is da Capo?
This articulation adds weight to the start of a note
What is an Accent?
This indicates a gradual increase in tempo.
What is Accelerando?
This term means "with motion"
What is con Moto?
This means to hold a note for its full value
What is Tenuto?
Term that indicates a general fluctuation in tempo, often used during solos.
What is Rubato?
this term means "with mute"
What is con Sordino?
A symbol of musical notation indicating that the note should be prolonged substantially beyond its normal duration
What is a Fermata?
to play suddenly quiet
What is Subito piano?
this term means to play slower and quieter, dying away.
What is Morendo?
This effect indicates that wind players should roll their tongues on a given note.
What is Flutter Tongue?
to change several dynamic levels in a row without any crescendo or decrescendo.
What is terraced dynamics?
This is the fastest Italian tempo marking in music.
What is Prestissimo?
A section of music that sounds like a finale or fanfare; reinforces main themes and tonic and dominant chords
What is a Coda?