Music Theory - How To Decipher Tempo Markings In Music

Music Theory - How To Decipher Tempo Markings In Music

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Performing Arts

10th - 12th Grade

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The video tutorial explains the concept of tempo in music, likening it to a speedometer. It details how tempo markings in sheet music indicate the speed of music using notes, equal signs, and numbers, which refer to beats per minute (BPM). A practical example with a metronome demonstrates how changing the tempo marking affects the music's speed. The video also covers the adjective system of tempo markings, which uses words to describe a range of tempos, and concludes with suggestions for further learning in music theory.

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