Music Theory Flashcard

Front

What is the term for the speed or pace of music, often indicated by beats per minute (BPM)?

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Tempo

Front

Which term refers to the sequence of pitches that form the main musical theme or tune?

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Melody

Front

What is a transitional section in a song that connects two main parts, often providing contrast or development?

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Bridge

Front

Which term describes the variation in loudness or intensity in music, indicated by terms such as piano (soft) and forte (loud)?

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Dynamics

Front

What is the combination of different pitches played or sung simultaneously to create chords and chord progressions?

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Harmony

Front

What is the term for the recurring pattern of beats in music, often organized into measures?

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Meter

Front

What is the term for the highness or lowness of a sound, determined by the frequency of the sound wave?

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Pitch

Front

What is the term for the gradual increase in loudness in a piece of music?

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Crescendo

Front

What is the term for the main part of a song that is repeated after each verse?

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Chorus

Front

What is the term for a musical symbol that indicates a pause or break in the music?

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Rest