Intensity (music)

What is intensity?

• Intensity is a synonym of loudness.

• Intensity is a synonym of volume.

• The other two options are correct.

How do we measure intensity?

• We measure intensity in hertzs (Hz)

• We measure intensity in decibels (db).

• We measure intensity in seconds (sc).

Intensity allows us to distinguish between high and low sounds.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Answer explanation

Intensity allows us to distinguish between loud and soft sounds.

How do we represent intensity in the musical score?

• We represent intensity with musical notes.

• We represent intensity with note values.

• We represent intensity with dynamics.

• We represent intensity with dynamics and musical notes.

What's the meaning of pianissimo?

• Very loud

• Very soft

• Soft

• Medium soft

What's the abbreviation of mezzoforte?

• mf

• f

• mp

• mff

What's the meaning of mp?

• Medium loud

• Very soft

• Medium soft

• Soft

What is the dynamic for Very Loud?

• Fortississimo (fff)

• Forte (f)

• Mezzoforte (mf)

• Fortissimo (ff)

How do you call these symbols in red?

• Regulators

• Herpins

• Hairpins

• Up and down symbols

What is the dynamic for this hairpin?

• Accelerando

• Diminuendo

• decrescendo

• Crescendo