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What are dynamics in music?
The relative loudness and softness of music.
Define pianissimo (pp)
Very soft.
Define forte (f)
Loud.
Define mezzo piano (mp)
Moderately soft.
Define mezzo forte (mf)
Moderately loud.
Define crescendo
Gradually increase the volume.
Define decrescendo or diminuendo
Gradually decrease the volume.
Define subito
Suddenly; an immediate change in dynamics.
Define sforzando (sf or sfz)
A sudden, strong accent.
What is articulation in music?
How individual notes are played or sung; the way you 'attack' a note.
What does '<' represent?
Crescendo (gradually increase volume).
What does '>' represent?
Decrescendo or diminuendo (gradually decrease volume).
What does sf or sfz mean?
Sforzando (a sudden, strong accent).
What are dynamics in music?
The relative loudness and softness of music.
Define pianississimo (ppp)
Very, very soft.
Define pianissimo (pp)
Very soft.
Define piano (p)
Soft.
Define mezzo piano (mp)
Moderately soft.
Define mezzo forte (mf)
Moderately loud.
Define forte (f)
Loud.
Define fortissimo (ff)
Very loud.
Define fortississimo (fff)
Very, very loud.
Define crescendo
Gradually increase the volume.
Define decrescendo/diminuendo
Gradually decrease the volume.
Define subito
Suddenly; an immediate change in dynamics.
Define sforzando (sf or sfz)
A sudden, strong accent.
What is articulation in music?
How individual notes are played or sung.