Score Reading Qualities Flashcards
1
Q
Rubato
A
Fluctuates between fast and slow tempo.
2
Q
Fermata
A
Notes held longer.
3
Q
Ritenuto
A
Reduction of speed.
4
Q
Accelerando
A
Gradual increase in speed/tempo.
5
Q
Ritardando
A
Gradual decrease in speed/tempo.
6
Q
Rallentando
A
Slowing down of tempo.
7
Q
Slur
A
Connects different notes together.
8
Q
Tie
A
Connects the same notes together.
9
Q
Accent
A
Play a note or beat with emphasis.
10
Q
Staccato
A
Sharp, detached and/or separated note.
11
Q
Tremolo
A
The rapid repetition of a musical tone or of alternating tones to produce a rapid wavering sound.
12
Q
Tenuto
A
Hold or sustain a note.
13
Q
Crescendo
A
When the sound of a note increases.
14
Q
Decrescendo
A
When the sound of a note increases.
15
Q
Double Bar Line.
A
Two single bar lines drawn close together indicate the start of a new section.
