Musical Terms Describing Tempo And Dynamics Flashcards
1
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Adagio
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A slow tempo
2
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Adante
A
Performing at a walking pace
3
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Moderato
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Played at a medium tempo
4
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Allegro
A
A quick and lively tempo
5
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Rallentando
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When music is slowed down normally for emphasis
6
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Ritardando
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Slowing down holding back
7
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Accelerando
A
Getting gradually faster
8
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A tempo
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Return to the original tempo after rallentando, ritardando or accelerando
9
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Rubato
A
Changing tempo and rhythms for expressive affect
10
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Pianissimo
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Very quiet
11
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Piano
A
Quiet
12
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Mezzo forte
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Moderately loud
13
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Forte
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Loud
14
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Fortissimo
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Very loud
15
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Sforzando
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A sudden, forced loud
