Tempo

1.A joyful musical piece should be played in a fast and lively tempo. Which of the following tempo marking fits this tempo?

• Allegro

• Moderato

• Largo

• Vivace

Tempo is usually measured in beats per minute. Which of the following reflects the fastest tempo?

• Largo

• Vivace

• Presto

• Allegro

Tempo may vary or change in movement from slow to fast or from fast to slow. What tempo is gradually becoming faster?

• Presto

• Accelerando

• Largo

• Ritardando

Jaysam is writing a slow, sweet love song. What tempo marking should he write at the beginning of his composition?

• Presto

• Allegro

• Andante

• Largo

If you were composing a song for a birthday party, which tempo would you choose? Why?

• Vivace because it makes the party fun, lively and energetic.

• Largo because it creates a calm or emotional feeling.

• Largo because it makes the party fun and enjoyable.

• D. Allegro because it makes the party calm.