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In what language are tempo markings generally given?
The tempo marking is written above the very first measure of the piece. Typically the tempo marking will be an Italian word, sometimes followed by an indication that tells you how many beats per minute. For example - (Quarter note = 96) A quarter note symbol will be used rather than the word.
What language is generally used to denote tempo?
italian
What language did the word tempo come from?
The Italian language.
The markings for tempo and dynamics contribute most directly to?
the expressive content of a piece of music
Which Tempo markings are in order from fastest to slowest?
Largo- very slow Adagio- slow Andante- walking tempo Moderato- moderate Allegro- fast Presto- very fast
Is the trio section of the minuet played at the same tempo?
If the composer has not indicated a specific tempo, the trio would generally be played at a similar tempo to the minuet.
What does L'stesso tempo mean?
The term used in music, 'l'istesso tempo', means, in Italian, 'at the same tempo'.It is used to indicate that the beat will remain constant when the meter changes.See the link below for expanded details on this term, including a link to other tempo markings, plus a dictionary of musical terms.
What is allegretto in classical music?
Allegretto is a tempo marking, which means fairly fast, but not as fast as allegro. It can also be a title of a movement or a piece, since Classical movements are often referred to by their tempo markings.
What are the names of the musical markings with the musical parameter it matches up with?
Some examples are: allegro - fast tempo moderato dynamics (soft) piano dynamics (increasingly loud) crescendo - medium tempo
What is the rate of speed at which a piece of music is played called?
It is called the beats per minute or BPM for short.
The terms used to describe tempo in music are from what language?
Almost every language is present in music, but the main language is usually Italian.
What tempo is makings does not indicate a slow tempo Piano or mezzo piano or mezzo forte?
These are dynamic markings, piano is the softests, then mezzo piano is a tad louder, then forte. Tempos, are adagio presto, allegro, moderato, and more.
