diminuendo

It is also called decrescendo. This topic is part of Music Theory within Music. This page currently draws on 5 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.

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Diminuendo means to gradually become what?

Answer: Softer

Bonus fact: It is also called decrescendo.

What symbol commonly represents diminuendo?

Answer: Closing hairpin >

Bonus fact: The narrowing hairpin indicates decreasing volume.

Which term is essentially synonymous with diminuendo?

Answer: Decrescendo

Bonus fact: Both instruct performers to reduce volume gradually.

What is the opposite of crescendo?

Answer: Diminuendo

Bonus fact: Diminuendo or decrescendo means gradually softer.

What does a crescendo tell musicians to do?

Answer: Gradually get louder

Bonus fact: The opposite of crescendo is diminuendo or decrescendo.

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