Definition: The Italian musical command allegretto is an indication to play somewhat quickly.
BPM of Allegretto:
- 100-128 beats per minute; faster than andante, but slower than allegro.
Also Known As:
Volume & Dynamics:
▪ (mf) mezzo forte
▪ (sfz) sforzando
▪ diminuendo
▪ al niente
▪ (fp) fortepiano
French Musical Glossary:
▪ en ralentissant
▪ indication de mouvement
▪ à l’aise
▪ mi-doux
▪ retenu
- allegro moderato (It)
- assez vite (Fr)
- ein wenig schnell (Ger)
Volume & Dynamics:
▪ (mf) mezzo forte
▪ (sfz) sforzando
▪ diminuendo
▪ al niente
▪ (fp) fortepiano
French Musical Glossary:
▪ en ralentissant
▪ indication de mouvement
▪ à l’aise
▪ mi-doux
▪ retenu
