Ostinato
Musical Term
A repeated musical pattern or phrase that persists throughout a section or entire piece.
More Musical Term Terms
A cappella
Singing without instrumental accompaniment, typically performed by a choir or vocal group.
Bpm
Beats Per Minute - a measurement of tempo indicating how many beats occur in one minute.
Drone
A sustained note or chord that continues throughout a passage or piece, often in the bass.
Dynamics
The varying levels of volume in music, from very soft (pianissimo) to very loud (fortissimo).
Improvisation
The spontaneous creation of music during performance, common in jazz and folk traditions.
Intonation
The accuracy of pitch in playing or singing, or the specific pitch system used.