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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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