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Music Terms

What Is The Musical Term For Slowing Down?

February 4, 2024 by Emily Hughes

The musical term for slowing down is ‘ritardando’, which instructs musicians to gradually decrease the tempo of the music. Key Takeaways Understanding Tempo Modifications in Music In the realm of …

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What Does “Ad-Lib” Mean in Music?

June 20, 2024 by Emily Hughes

You might have heard a lot of music terms being thrown around, and one of them is “ad-lib.” But what does this term actually mean? In music, “ad-lib” means improvising, …

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What Is the Difference Between Bass and Base in Music?

June 18, 2024 by Emily Hughes

Base is commonly a misspelled word for “bass” in music. Bass refers to the lower frequencies or range of notes in music. The word “Base” can describe things like a …

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What Is the Musical Term for Together?

June 17, 2024 by Emily Hughes

When two or more people play or sing together, it’s called unison. Unison means that the performers are all playing or singing the same note at the same time. This …

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Is There a Word for the Term ‘Music Lover’?

June 8, 2024 by Emily Hughes

Different terms can be used to describe someone who loves music. For example, you might call them music fans or music enthusiasts. But is there a specific term that describes …

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Double Bar Line in Music – What Does It Mean?

September 22, 2023 by Emily Hughes

The double bar line is one of the most important symbols in music. It is used to indicate the end of a section of music or separate different music sections. …

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What Is a Sideways S in Music?

June 8, 2024 by Emily Hughes

Sideways S in music is a symbol that represents turns in music. The sideways s in music is a symbol that denotes a turn. Turns are usually executed by playing …

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What Do D.C. And D.S. Mean in Music?

June 8, 2024 by Emily Hughes

D.C. and D.S. are abbreviations for the musical terms “da capo” and “dal segno”. Da capo means “from the beginning” in Italian, while dal segno means “from the sign” (or …

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What’s the Difference Between Rallentando & Ritardando?

June 8, 2024 by Emily Hughes

When it comes to musical terms, rallentando and ritardando are often used interchangeably. They are both tempo markings that indicate a gradual slowdown in the speed of a piece of …

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Is a Singer a Musician?

June 8, 2024 by Emily Hughes

A singer is a musician. Singers use their voices to make melodies and sing lyrics. Musicians use instruments to make music. Instruments can be stringed, wind, or percussion. Singing is …

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