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Staccato: To play the note very short and detatched. |
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Accent: Means to hit the note harder and louder. |
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Marcato: Combination of staccato and accent, provides a sharp sound. |
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Tenuto: Hold the note for its full value. |
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Sforzando: A sudden, strong accent. |
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Fermata: Hold the note longer, approximately twice its value, or until conducted to stop. |
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Pianissimo: Play very softly. |
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Mezzopiano: Play moderately soft. |
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Mezzoforte: Play moderately loud. |
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Fortissimo:Play very loudly. |
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Creschendo: Gradually become louder. |
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Decreschendo: Gradually become softer. |
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