Music Chapter 7

Pianissimo is indicated by the abbreviation _____. ff f mp pp p

Composers of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries used fewer expression marks than their predecessors. True False

Composers utilize tempo and dynamics to achieve expression. True False

In music, tempo refers to the _____. time signature rate of speed volume level texture

Tempo and dynamic markings are usually given in French. True False

The Italian word for a soft dynamic is piano. True False

The word tempo refers to the pace of the music. True False

Which dynamic marking would indicate to the performer to play gradually louder? Allegro Diminuendo Crescendo Forte

Which of the following does NOT indicate a slow tempo? Vivace Grave Largo Adagio

Which of the following indicates a fast tempo? Vivace Grave Andante Largo