ACCELERANDO
An ACCELERANDO is a gradual speeding up of the music.
ACCENT
An ACCENT is a stress or emphasis on a particular note or chord.
CALL AND RESPONSE
Play, sing, or clap along with melodies and rhythms performed by Symphony musicians.
CRESCENDO/DECRESCENDO
CRESCENDO and DECRESCENDO are dynamic markings in music. Crescendo means to get gradually louder. Decrescendo means to get gradually softer.
GLISSANDO
A GLISSANDO is a slide upward or downward between notes.
LEGATO
LEGATO indicates music should be played in a smooth, flowing manner, without breaks between notes.
STRINGS