Exploring Dynamics in Music

The video tutorial discusses dynamics in music, which refer to the degrees of loudness and softness. It explains basic dynamic symbols like piano, mezzo piano, mezzo forte, forte, pianissimo, and fortissimo. As musical instruments became more sophisticated, composers began using more extreme dynamics. The video also covers crescendo and decrescendo, which indicate gradual changes in volume. The tutorial concludes with a call to action to like and subscribe for more music-related content.

What does the symbol 'piano' indicate in music?

• Medium soft

• Loud

• Soft

• Medium loud

Which dynamic symbol means 'medium loud'?

• Mezzo piano

• Forte

• Mezzo forte

• Pianissimo

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Why did composers start using more extreme dynamics?

• To reduce the size of orchestras

• To make music softer

• To simplify musical compositions

• Because musical instruments became more precise and sophisticated

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CCSS.RI.7.7

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What does a crescendo indicate in music?

• Music gradually gets softer

• Music gradually gets louder

• Music stays at the same volume

• Music stops

How is a decrescendo written in music notation?

• With the abbreviation 'piano'

• With the abbreviation 'forte'

• With the abbreviation 'decresc.' or a specific symbol

• With the abbreviation 'cresc.'