Diminishing or gradually getting quieter
legato
poco meno mosso
poco ritardando
A group of 3 equal notes written where a group of 2 notes is suggested by the time signature
breath mark
diminuendo
A curved line used in musical notation to indicate that the notes are to be sung smoothly
triplet
tie
mezzo forte
Indicates a change to a slightly slower tempo
moderately loud
A curved line used in musical notation to join two successive notes of the same pitch
a pause for breath in singing
vivace
The practice in performance of disregarding strict time for expressive effect
slur
rubato
To sing smoothly with no noticeable breaks between the notes
Indicates that the note should be emphasized
marcato
Becoming a little slower
Tempo marking indicating fast and lively
