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The gradual swelling of the volume of music is called: |
crescendo |
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Which of the following tempo markings is the fastest? |
presto |
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In what language are tempo markings generally given? |
Italian |
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Allegro is an Italian term for a fast, cheerful tempo. |
True |
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The tempo of a piece affects its mood and character. |
True |
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Which of the following dynamic markings is the softest? |
pianissimo (pp) |
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The degree of loudness or softness, or volume, at which music is played is called: |
dynamics |
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The degree of loudness and softness in music is called dynamics. |
True |
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Accelerando is a term indicating that the tempo is: |
getting faster. |
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The rate of speed at which a piece of music is played is its: |
tempo |
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The markings for tempo and dynamics contribute most directly to: |
the expressive content of a piece of music. |
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Which of the following tempo markings does NOT indicate a slow tempo? |
presto |
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Which of the following symbols indicates growing louder? |
< |
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Which of the following modifiers should be added to an allegro marking to indicate a very fast tempo? |
molto |
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Music that is despairing and sad usually has a __________ tempo. |
slow |
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The tempo indicates the loudness of the music. |
False |
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What emotional response would most likely be associated with an accelerating tempo? |
agitation |
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Which marking is appropriate for a slow tempo? |
adagio |
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