Ornaments definitions Flashcards
1
Q
Appogiatura
A
Is written as a small note just before the note it goes with. It is usually half the length of the following note.
2
Q
Acciaccatura
A
A rapid ornamental note, a step above or below the main note. Notated as a small note with a line through the stem.
3
Q
Mordent
A
An ornament involving the main note, followed rapidly by the note above, before rapidly ascending to the main note again.
4
Q
Turn
A
An ornament involving a main note as well as the note above and below.
5
Q
Grace notes
A
Refers to any note written in small notation.
6
Q
Trills
A
Is an ornament where the performer moves frequently and rapidly from the main note to a note a step above and back.
