Piano Terms: Final Quiz Flashcards
1
Q
rubato
A
temporary irregularity of time, lengthening certain notes at the expense of others
2
Q
scherzo
A
playfully; usually in rapid tempo with rhythmic and dynamic contrasts
3
Q
scherzando
A
in light, playful style
4
Q
segno
A
the sign
5
Q
sempre
A
always; continually
6
Q
senza
A
without
7
Q
sforzando
A
forced; with emphasis
8
Q
simile
A
the same; continue in the same manner
9
Q
smorzando
A
dying away
10
Q
soli
A
more than one performer in unison
11
Q
solo
A
a composition or passage for one performer
12
Q
sordino
A
mute
13
Q
con sardino
sezno sardino
A
with mute
without mute
14
Q
sostenuto
A
sustained
15
Q
con spirito
A
with spirit, brilliance
