Music Terminology Quiz 3

Define Tempo

• speed of the beat

• volume of the music

Define Dynamics

• speed of the beat

• volume of the music

Define Allegro

• cheerful, fast

• gradually slow down

Define Fermata

• Hold or Pause; looks like an eye

• raises the note a half step

Define Forte

• Lowers the pitch

• Loud

Define Largo

• Slow and Broad

• very soft

Define Piano

• Soft

• Gradually get Louder

Define Decrescendo and Diminuendo

• Gradually get softer

• Gradually get Louder

Define Crescendo

• Gradually get Softer

• Gradually get Louder

Define Key Signature

• at the beginning of the staff; tells you which notes are sharp, flat, and natural

• Hold or pause the note until the conductor cuts you off