Dynamics

The relative loudness and softness of music. Music dynamics are indicated in Italian. From soft to loud they are as follows:
  • Pianissimo = very soft
  • Piano = soft
  • Mezzo Piano = medium soft
  • Mezzo Forte = medium loud
  • Forte = loud
  • Fortissimo = very loud
  • Crescendo = gradually getting louder
  • Decrescendo = gradually getting softer (diminuendo)