Music Transcription Standard Notation and Dynamics 2

Question 1

Which dynamic marking indicates a sudden, sharp accent on a single note?

Accepted Answer

sforzando (sfz)

Answer

Sforzando (sfz) means a sudden, forced accent applied to a single note or chord.

Question 2

In standard notation, a dot placed above or below a note head indicates:

Accepted Answer

staccato (play the note short and detached)

Answer

A dot above or below a note head is a staccato marking, indicating the note should be played short and detached.

Question 3

What does the term 'fp' mean in a music score?

Accepted Answer

forte then immediately piano

Answer

fp means forte-piano: play the note loudly then immediately drop to soft.

Question 4

How many ledger lines above the treble clef staff is middle C typically written?

Accepted Answer

One ledger line below the staff

Answer

Middle C (C4) sits on one ledger line below the treble clef staff.

Question 5

Which symbol signals the performer to gradually get louder over a passage?

Accepted Answer

A hairpin opening to the right (<)

Answer

A crescendo hairpin (opening wedge) tells the performer to gradually increase volume.

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