📚 Topic Summary
Tempo, in music, is like the heartbeat of a song. It tells us how fast or slow the music is playing. We measure tempo in beats per minute (BPM). A fast tempo makes you want to dance, while a slow tempo can make you feel relaxed or even a little sad. Identifying tempo is all about listening carefully and feeling the pulse of the music. Let's try some activities to help you become tempo masters!
🎵 Part A: Vocabulary
| Term |
Definition |
| Tempo |
The speed of the music. |
| BPM |
Beats per minute, a measure of tempo. |
| Allegro |
A fast tempo. |
| Adagio |
A slow tempo. |
| Moderato |
A moderate or medium tempo. |
✍️ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
The _________ of a song tells us how fast or slow it is. We measure tempo in _________, which stands for beats per minute. A fast tempo, like _________, makes us want to dance. While a slow tempo, like _________, makes us feel calm. _________ is a medium speed.
🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking
Think of your favorite song. Would you describe its tempo as fast, slow, or medium? Why does the tempo fit the mood or feeling of the song?
