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A symbol placed above a note or a rest indicating the note or rest should be held longer than its notated value. The exact length is left to the discretion of the performer or conductor.

A combination of legato and staccato, indicating a smooth but distinct articulation for each note within a slur.

A type of broken chord where the notes are played in succession, usually from lowest to highest.

A bowing technique for string instruments where the bow bounces lightly upon the string, creating a short, distinct note.

A rapid repetition of a single note or an alternation between two or more notes, creating a trembling effect.

A continuous slide upward or downward between two notes.

An ornamentation where a note is rapidly alternated with the note immediately below it and then returned to the original note.

A dot above or below a note that indicates the note should be played shorter than notated, usually half the value, with a separation from the following note.

An accent marking indicates that the note should be emphasized or played with more force.

A smooth and connected style of playing where notes are connected without separation.

A style of articulation that combines an accent and staccato, often indicating a note to be played louder and more pronounced, but with a sharp release.

A marking that indicates holding the note for its full value, or slightly longer, often with a focus on sustaining the sound.

A directive to suddenly increase the strength or volume of a particular note or phrase.

A symbol that suggests a place where a singer or wind player can take a breath without disrupting the flow of music.

Indicates a sudden, sharp accent on a note or chord, where the note is played forcefully and then immediately softer.

A rapid alternation between the indicated note and the one above it, according to the key signature, for the duration of the notated value.

An ornament that consists of four notes: the main note, the note above, the main note again, and the note below.

An articulation that indicates a note should be played even shorter than a staccato, with a very sharp and detached effect.

A complete pause in a piece of music, also known as 'railroad tracks' or 'grand pause'.