Wind Ensemble Vocab #2

What is the opening section of a march called?

• First Strain

• Introduction

• Trio

• Break Strain

Which section of a march is often repeated?

• Second Strain

• Trio

• First Strain

• Final Strain

What is the term for a contrasting middle section in a piece of music?

• Break Strain

• Trio

• Final Strain

• Introduction

What does the term "Giocoso" mean?

• Solemnly

• Playfully

• Slowly

• Loudly

What does "Divisi" indicate in music?

• All musicians play together

• A section of musicians split into multiple parts

• A gradual increase in tempo

• A return to the original tempo

Match the following musical terms with their meanings.

• 8vb

• Play an octave lower

• 8va

• Play medium soft

• Espressivo

• Play with more expression

• Mezzo piano

• Play an octave higher

What does "Cantabile" mean?

• In a singing, lyrical style

• In a fast, lively style

• In a solemn, reverent manner

• In a playful, joyful manner

What does "Espressivo" mean?

• With expression and feeling

• With speed and energy

• With solemnity and reverence

• With playfulness and joy

What does "Ritardando" indicate?

• Gradually speed up

• Gradually slow down

• Play with more volume

• Play with less volume

What does "Fermata" mean in music?

• A symbol indicating to hold a note longer than usual

• A symbol indicating to play a note shorter than usual

• A symbol indicating to repeat a section

• A symbol indicating to skip a section