Glossary of Musical Terms

used in this site

in order of appearance

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Soprano

highest range voice, normally possessed by women or boys

Conservatory

a school, or academy, of music, art, etc.

Pianissimo

very soft

Baritone

male voice of moderately low range

Intonation

variation in pitch

Color

possessing many dynamics

Dynamics

elements of music expression relating to the degree of loudness or softness, or volume, of a sound

Expression

meaning and eloquent manner of singing: conveying feeling, character, etc.

Multi-faceted

sound that is colorful; possessing many dynamics

Symphony

large work for orchestra, generally in three or four movements