Dynamics and Articulation

Samuel Baker

4 min read

Study Guide Overview

This study guide covers dynamics and articulation in music. For dynamics, it explains pianissimo to fortississimo, crescendo, decrescendo, subito, and sforzando. For articulation, it introduces how individual notes are played/sung, covering various articulation markings like staccato, legato, tenuto, and marcato.

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Question 1 of 11

What does the dynamic marking 'mf' stand for?

Very soft

Moderately soft

Moderately loud

Very loud