Music Dynamics Flashcard

Front

Which dynamic marking indicates that the music should be played softly?

Back

piano (p)

Front

Which dynamic marking means to play the music loudly and then immediately softly?

Back

forte piano (fp)

Front

What is the meaning of "sforzando" in musical dynamics?

Back

Suddenly loud

Front

If a musician sees a "decrescendo" marking, what should they do?

Back

Gradually get softer

Front

Which dynamic marking indicates the music should be played at a medium soft dynamic?

Back

mezzo piano (mp)

Front

What does "fortissimo" instruct musicians to do?

Back

Sing very loudly

Front

What does the dynamic marking "pianissimo" instruct musicians to do?

Back

Play very softly

Front

What does the term "forte" instruct musicians to do?

Back

Play loudly

Front

What does the dynamic marking "forte piano" instruct musicians to do?

Back

Play loudly and then immediately softly

Front

Which dynamic marking indicates the music should be played very softly?

Back

pianissimo (pp)