Music Terminology

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What does "Accelerando" mean in music?

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Gradually faster

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What is indicated by a "Repeat sign" in music?

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Play the section again

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What does "Crescendo" mean?

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Gradually louder

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What is a "Fermata" in music?

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A hold or pause on a note

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What does "Legato" mean?

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Smooth and connected

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What does "Pianissimo" mean?

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Very softly

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What does "Rallentando" mean?

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Gradually slower

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What is a "Solo" in music?

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A composition or passage for one performer.

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What does "Staccato" mean?

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Separated, Detached style

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What does "Marcato" mean?

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With emphasis