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This guide provides essential musical terms that help modify other musical elements, particularly dynamics and tempo. Key terms such as "L'istesso" (the same), "Crescendo" (gradually louder), and "Ritardando" (gradually slower) are crucial for performers to understand how to interpret sheet music effectively. Additionally, road signs like "Da Capo" (repeat from the beginning) and "Fine" (end) guide musicians on structure and flow within compositions. Mastering these terms enhances expressive performance and ensures precise communication during practice and performance.
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Words that Modify other Words • L’istesso – the same • Piu– more • Molto – very much • Poco a poco– little by little
Changing Dynamics • Crescendo – gradually louder • Decrescendo – gradually softer • Diminuendo – gradually softer
Changing Tempo Gradually faster • Accelerando • Stringendo Gradually slower • Ritardando • Rallentando • Allargando
“Road Signs” Words that tell you where to play next or when to stop. • Da Capo (D.C.) – repeat from the beginning • Dal Segno (D.S.) – repeat from the sign • Fine – finish or end