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Grade 4 - Musical Terms (Part 1)

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Grade 4 - Musical Terms (Part 1)

Learn key Grade 4 musical terms for clear performance. Master tempo, dynamics, and articulation so you can follow markings confidently in exams and ensembles.

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Fascinating Fact:

sempre means always. Example, sempre staccato keeps staccato going until a new marking cancels it.

In Specialist Music Theory at Grade 4, you read and apply Italian terms that guide performance. You will interpret instructions for speed, expression, and articulation so that notation becomes musical direction, not just symbols.

Key Terms

Articulation: How notes are started and ended, such as staccato, legato, or accented.
Tempo: The speed of the music, indicated by words like allegro or adagio.
Dynamic: The loudness or softness of sound, marked with symbols like p and f.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What does molto mean in music terms?

Molto means very. It strengthens another direction, such as molto allegro for very fast or molto espressivo for very expressive playing.

What is the difference between legato and staccato?

Legato means smoothly joined notes with no gaps. Staccato means short, detached notes with a small space before the next note.

Do ritardando and rallentando mean the same thing?

Both indicate a gradual slowing down. Ritardando often suggests a clear slow down to a point, while rallentando can feel broader and more relaxed.

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