Grade 1 Piano Theory

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Quiz for Grade 1 music theory performance directions (terms and signs)

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    Ff (fortissimo)

    Explanation
    The term "ff" is an abbreviation for "fortissimo," which is an Italian musical term meaning "very loud." In music notation, "ff" indicates that the music should be played with the highest level of volume and intensity. Therefore, the correct answer is "very loud."

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    Pp (pianissimo)

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "very quiet" because pp is an abbreviation for "pianissimo," which is an Italian musical term meaning to play very softly or quietly. It is the softest dynamic marking in music, indicating that the performer should play with a delicate and subdued volume. Therefore, the answer "very quiet" accurately describes the meaning of pp.

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    Staccato (stacc.)

    Explanation
    The term "staccato" is often abbreviated as "stacc." in music notation. In music, staccato refers to playing or singing notes in a short and detached manner, with a slight pause between each note. Therefore, the term "detached" accurately describes the meaning of staccato, making it the correct answer.

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    Adagio

    Explanation
    The word "adagio" is a musical term that indicates a slow tempo. In this context, "slow" is the correct answer because it is a synonym for "adagio."

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    Crescendo (cresc.)

    Explanation
    The term "crescendo" is a musical term that indicates a gradual increase in volume or intensity. It is often abbreviated as "cresc." in musical notation. Therefore, the correct answer "gradually getting louder" accurately describes the meaning of "crescendo."

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    P (piano)

    Explanation
    The given correct answer "quiet" suggests that the sound produced by the piano is quiet. The letter "p" in brackets indicates that the sound is made by a piano. Therefore, the explanation implies that when a piano is played, it produces a quiet sound.

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    Ottava

    Explanation
    The term "ottava" is an Italian musical term that translates to "octave" in English. In music notation, it indicates that the notes should be played one octave higher or lower than written. Therefore, the correct answer is "octave."

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    Cantabile

    Explanation
    The term "cantabile" is derived from the Italian word "cantare," which means "to sing." In music, it refers to a style of playing or singing that is smooth, lyrical, and melodious, resembling the qualities of a beautiful vocal melody. It is often used as a musical direction to indicate that a passage should be performed in a singing style, with emphasis on phrasing, expression, and legato (smooth and connected) playing.

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    Fine

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    Lento

    Explanation
    The word "lento" is a Spanish word that translates to "slow" in English.

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    Mf (mezzo forte)

    Explanation
    The abbreviation "mf" stands for "mezzo forte" in music notation. "Mezzo" means moderately, and "forte" means loud. Therefore, "mf" indicates that the music should be played moderately loud.

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    Poco

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    Mezzo

    Explanation
    The word "mezzo" is an Italian term that translates to "half" in English. Therefore, the correct answer is "half".

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    Moderato

    Explanation
    allegro moderato: moderately quick

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    Diminuendo (dim.)

    Explanation
    The term "diminuendo" is a musical notation that indicates a gradual decrease in volume or intensity. It is often abbreviated as "dim." This means that the correct answer, "gradually getting quieter," accurately describes the meaning of "diminuendo."

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    Rallentando (rall.)

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    Ritardando (ritard. or rit.)

    Explanation
    "Ritardando" is a musical term that indicates a gradual slowing down of the tempo. It is often abbreviated as "ritard." or "rit." This means that the music should be played or sung gradually slower as it progresses. The term is used by composers to convey a specific musical expression and to guide performers in interpreting the piece.

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    Decrescendo (decresc.)

    Explanation
    The term "decrescendo" is an abbreviation for "decresc." which means gradually getting quieter. This musical term is commonly used to indicate a decrease in volume or intensity of a piece of music. It instructs the performer or musicians to gradually reduce the volume of the sound they are producing. This can be achieved by playing or singing with less force or by gradually reducing the volume on instruments. Overall, "decrescendo" is a direction that guides musicians to progressively make the music softer and quieter.

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    Legato

    Explanation
    The word "legato" is a musical term that means to play or sing smoothly, without any breaks or interruptions between the notes. Therefore, the word "smoothly" is the correct answer as it directly relates to the meaning of "legato".

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    Mp (mezzo piano)

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "moderately quiet" because "mp" is an abbreviation for "mezzo piano," which means to play moderately quiet. In music notation, dynamics are used to indicate the volume or intensity of a piece of music. "Mezzo" means moderate, and "piano" means quiet. Therefore, "mezzo piano" indicates that the music should be played moderately quiet.

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    Ritenuto (riten.or rit.)

    Explanation
    The term "ritenuto" is a musical instruction that indicates a sudden slowing down or holding back of the tempo. It is often abbreviated as "rit." or "riten." In this context, "held back" is an appropriate explanation for the term, as it accurately describes the action of slowing down or restraining the tempo of the music.

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  • 23. 

    Da capo (D.C.)

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    Dal segno (D.S.)

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "repeat from the sign." In music notation, "dal segno" (D.S.) indicates that the performer should go back to a specific symbol called the "sign" and repeat from there. This instruction is commonly used in sheet music to denote a section that needs to be repeated, allowing the performer to navigate through the piece accordingly.

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    Accelerando (accel.)

    Explanation
    The term "accelerando" is a musical term that indicates a gradual increase in tempo or speed. It is often abbreviated as "accel." and is used by composers to instruct performers to gradually play or sing faster. Therefore, the correct answer "gradually getting quicker" accurately describes the meaning of "accelerando" in musical context.

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  • 26. 

    Allegretto

    Explanation
    but not as quick as allegro

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  • 27. 

    Allegro

    Explanation
    literally cheerful

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    Tempo

    Explanation
    a tempo: in time

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    Andante

    Explanation
    'walking' speed

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