Question

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what is the italian term for a gradual increase in tempo?
a. ritardando
b. crescendo
c. accelerando
d. metronome

Explanation:

• Option A: "Ritardando" means a gradual decrease in tempo (slowing down), so it's incorrect.
• Option B: "Crescendo" refers to a gradual increase in volume (loudness), not tempo, so it's incorrect.
• Option C: "Accelerando" is the Italian term that specifically means a gradual increase in tempo (speeding up), so it's correct.
• Option D: "Metronome" is a device used to keep a steady tempo, not a term for changing tempo, so it's incorrect.

Answer:

C. Accelerando