Tempo
This word means “in time” or return to the original speed
a tempo
This dynamic means “soft.”
piano
This word means “smooth and connected.”
legato
This Italian term means “from the beginning.”
da capo
This means “sweetly.”
dolce
If the conductor says “go gradually faster,” you’d look for this word.
accelerando
This means “very loud.”
fortissimo
This word means “separated or detached.”
staccato
This musical symbol looks like an “S” with two dots and means “the sign.”
What is segno?
A musical piece written as a “study” is called this.
etude
This word means “very fast.”
presto
The symbol “<” under music means this.
crescendo (gradually louder)
Playing in a “singing style” is shown by this word.
cantabile
The extra ending section of a piece is called this.
coda
If one player performs alone, this word is used.
solo
Which tempo is generally slower: allegretto or andante?
andante
Which is softer: mezzo piano or pianissimo?
pianissimo
This style word means “majestic.”
maestoso
This mark tells musicians to hold a note or rest longer than written.
fermata
If the score says this, the entire section is silent.
tacet
This tempo marking means “gradually slower” and starts with an R.
rallentando or ritardando
This Italian phrase means “little by little.”
poco a poco
This martial word means “march-like.”
What is marziale?
This Italian term means “to the finish.”
al fine
If more than one person plays the same part in unison, this word appears.
soli