Music Dynamics Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

What does 'fortissimo' mean in music dynamics?

Back

Very loud

Front

Which dynamic marking indicates 'medium soft'? Options: mf, f, pp, mp

Back

mp

Front

What is the meaning of 'crescendo' in music?

Back

Gradually louder

Front

What does 'accent' instruct a musician to do?

Back

Play one note loudly with emphasis

Front

Which term describes music that gets gradually louder?

Back

Crescendo

Front

What does the dynamic marking 'pp' stand for?

Back

Pianissimo

Front

Which of the following is NOT a dynamic marking? mf, sfz, ff, sub.

Back

sub.

Front

What does 'diminuendo' mean in music?

Back

Gradually softer

Front

Which dynamic marking indicates 'loud'? Options: pp, p, f, mp

Back

f

Front

What is the purpose of dynamic markings in music?

Back

To indicate volume