Fortepiano (musical dynamic)

Fortepiano (musical dynamic)

The expression "fortepiano" is used in a musical score, usually with the abbreviation "fp", to designate a section of music in which the music should be played loudly (forte), then immediately softly (piano). The word is of Italian etymology.

ee also

*Dynamics (music)


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