Music Tempo and Pulse Flashcard

Front

What is the pulse in music compared to?

Back

The internal heartbeat of music

Front

What is the main characteristic of a uniform tempo?

Back

Speed is constant

Front

Which tempo marking is moderately fast but less than Allegro?

Back

Allegretto

Front

Which tempo marking is synonymous with "rather slow"?

Back

Larghetto

Front

Which tempo marking is used for a very slow pace?

Back

Lento

Front

Which term indicates a change in tempo? Options: Forte, Accelerando, Piano, Legato

Back

Accelerando

Front

What is the primary purpose of using "Rallentando" in a musical piece?

Back

To slow down the tempo

Front

Effect of "Ritardando" on tempo?

Back

Slows it down

Front

What is the opposite of "Accelerando" in terms of tempo change?

Back

Ritardando

Front

What is the purpose of "A Piacere" in music?

Back

To suspend the regular tempo