Question

select the correct answer.
which abbreviation indicates medium loud—a little louder than mp, and half as loud as forte?
a. pp
b. p
c. f
d. ff
e. mf

Explanation:

These are dynamic (volume) markings in music:

• A. pp = pianissimo (very soft)
• B. p = piano (soft)
• C. f = forte (loud)
• D. ff = fortissimo (very loud)
• E. mf = mezzo-forte, defined as medium loud, louder than mezzo-piano (mp) and half as loud as forte.

Answer:

E. mf