Music Terms and Definitions Flashcard

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Decrescendo

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A gradual decrease in volume

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Staccato

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Playing notes in a short, detached manner

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Eighth Note

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A note that represents one-eighth of a whole note

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What does an "Eighth Rest" represent?

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A rest that lasts for the duration of an eighth note

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Range in music

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The highest and lowest notes a musician or instrument can play or sing

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Key Signature

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A collection of sharps or flats at the beginning of a piece indicating its key

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What does the "Key of Concert Bb" include?

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Two flats (Bb and Eb)

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"Brisk" in music

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A fast or lively tempo

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What is a "Slur" in music?

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A curved line connecting two or more different notes, indicating smooth and connected playing

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What is a "Tie" in music?

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A curved line connecting two notes of the same pitch, making them one longer note