Dynamics

Dynamics

Latin Terms
1. crescendo
  1. gradually getting louder
2. decrescendo / diminuendo
  1. gradually getting softer
3. piano - p forte - ff
  1. soft
  2. loud
Contour Relationship
1. draw this and label
2. do the dynamics follow the contour?
3. are the contour and dynamics symmetrical?
Complimentary Elements
1. melody
  1. accents on notes with larger or smaller dynamic
2. character
  1. loud dynamic
    1. aggressive, chaotic, restless
    2. terrifying, menacing
  2. soft dynamic
    1. peaceful, tender, tranquil
    2. relaxed, laid back
Rhythmic Relationship
1. does the rhythm follow the dynamics?
2. increase / decrease in tempo & dynamics
3. draw the relationship & label
Tone Colour Relationship
1. how different dynamics create changes in TC
2. loud dynamic
  1. clashing, reverberating, throbbing
  2. thrashing, penetrating, rich
3. soft dynamic
  1. light, warm, angelic, open
  2. whispering, delicate, thin, soaring
Describing Words
1. soft, gentle, smooth
2. loud, crashing, dramatic
3. gradual, developing
4. contrasting, varying

Resource summary

	Created by Chelsea Adams over 10 years ago