Tempo
Definition
Tempo refers to the speed or pace of a musical piece. It determines how fast or slow the music is played.
Analogy
Think of tempo like driving on a highway. A fast tempo is like speeding down the highway, while a slow tempo is like cruising along at a leisurely pace.
Related terms
Metronome: A device used by musicians to keep time and maintain a steady tempo.
Accelerando: A musical term that means gradually getting faster.
Ritardando: A musical term that means gradually slowing down.
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