Dynamics and Tempo Marks Quizs

Dynamic Sign

• Indicate the tempo of the music.

• Indicate the volume or how loud or soft the music should be played.

• Indicate the key signature of the music.

• Indicate the style of the music.

Allegro

• Quickly, cheerfully

• Slowly, sadly

• Loudly, angrily

• Softly, quietly

Crescendo

• Gradually louder

• Suddenly softer

• Maintaining volume

• A musical pause

Moderato

• Slowly

• Moderately

• Quickly

• Very fast

Vivace

• A slow and relaxed tempo

• Lively and fast

• A moderate tempo

• A very slow tempo

Pianissimo

• Very soft

• Very loud

• Moderately soft

• Soft but not quiet

Ritardando

• Gradually slower

• Gradually faster

• Suddenly slower

• Suddenly faster

Mezzo forte

• Moderately loud

• Very soft

• Extremely loud

• Moderately soft

Andante

• A fast tempo

• A slow tempo

• Moving along, walking speed

• A type of musical instrument

Fortissimo

• Very loud

• Moderately loud

• Soft

• Silent