SD All State Orchestra

accelerando (accel.)

gradually growing faster

accidental

chromatic alteration of a note from the key signature until the next bar line (can be extended by a tie)

ad libitum (ad lib) OR a piacere

at pleasure, at will

a due (a 2)

for two parts

affetuoso

tenderly, with feeling

alla breve

2/2 time, cut time

allargando

getting slower and louder

amaroso

with love, with warm feeling

animato OR con anima

lively, animated, spirited