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A tempo marking indicating the music should be played slowly. It's often used for expressive, lyrical sections.

A fast-paced tempo marking, usually associated with lively and joyful sections of music.

A moderate tempo marking, slower than allegro but faster than adagio, often suggesting a walking pace.

A directive to gradually increase the volume of the music, often used to build intensity.

A directive to gradually decrease the volume of the music, also known as decrescendo.

A dynamic marking indicating a very loud volume, often used for dramatic, emphatic passages.

A dynamic marking indicating a very soft volume, creating an intimate or delicate musical atmosphere.

An articulation marking that indicates notes should be played short and separate, giving a detached effect.

An articulation marking that indicates notes should be played smoothly and connected, creating a flowing musical line.

A symbol placed above a note or rest to indicate it should be held longer than its notated duration, often at the performer's discretion.

A directive to play a note with sudden, strong emphasis, often used to create a dramatic or surprising effect.

A directive to gradually slow down the tempo, often used before a new section or the end of a piece.

A directive to gradually increase the tempo, often used to build excitement or lead into a climactic section.

An honorary title for a distinguished conductor or music teacher, indicating respect and recognition of their mastery.

Choral music performed without instrumental accompaniment, showcasing the voices alone.

An instruction to repeat from the beginning of a piece until a specified point, often marked by the term 'Fine'.

An instruction to return to the sign (segno) and continue playing until the end or a designated finish.

A tempo marking similar to adagio, indicating the music should be played slowly and leisurely.

A tempo marking indicating a moderate speed, generally considered to be between andante and allegro.

A fast tempo marking, faster than allegro, which conveys a sense of urgency or briskness.

A tempo marking that indicates a lively and brisk pace, faster than allegro but less so than presto.

A flexible approach to rhythm and tempo, allowing expressive variation and freedom within the music.

A dynamic marking that indicates a medium loud volume, quieter than forte but louder than piano.

A dynamic marking that indicates a medium soft volume, louder than pianissimo but softer than mezzo forte.

A directive to play in a sustained manner, often with a slower decay of sound to ensure smoothness.

Indicates a note or passage should be played with marked and stressed accentuation, giving a powerful and assertive character.

An instruction to perform in a singing style, smoothly and with an emphasis on melody.

A directive indicating that the music should be played with motion, or a certain alacrity in the tempo.

A musical term that means 'with spirit' or 'with vigor,' often applied to lively and energetic passages.

An Italian term meaning 'very' or 'much,' used to emphasize the proceeding directive such as 'molto allegro' for very fast.

A direction for an immediate change in dynamics or tempo, meaning 'suddenly' or 'at once'.

A term indicating that a passage should be played in a similar manner as the preceding material.

An indication that a note or chord is to be held for its full value, or slightly longer, with a sense of connection or emphasis.

A term conveying a sense of calmness and composure in the music, often implying a gentle or peaceful character.

A directive for string players to pluck the strings with their fingers instead of using the bow.

A term indicating the music should be played lightly and with delicacy, often applying to nimble passages.

A directive to play with a heavy and firm manner, often imparting a sense of gravity or power.

A term indicating a gradual broadening in tempo and dynamics, usually implying a sense of conclusion.

Similar to ritardando, a directive to gradually decrease the tempo, often used to signal the end of a piece or section.