allegro

Definition: The Italian musical term allegro is an indication to play in a quick, lively tempo.

BPM of Allegro:

• 120-168 beats per minute; faster than allegretto, but slower than allegrissimo.

Allegro is frequently paired with other musical commands in the titles of musical compositions, as well as in notation as qualified tempo or mood commands:

• allegro moderato: “moderately lively.”
• molto allegro: “very vibrant & lively.”
• allegro misterioso: “lively with a touch of intrigue.”

Musical Trivia: The redundant command allegro allegro creates an even livelier allegro.

Also Known As:

• allègre; vite (Fr)
• schnell; fröhlich; lustig (Ger)

Pronunciation: a-leh'-groh

BPM also seen as: 112-160


Musical Symbols:
 ▪ (x) double-sharp
 ▪ arpeggiato
 ▪ repeat bar
 ▪ volta bracket
 ▪ (fp) fortepiano


Musical Symbols:

• staccato
• F-clef
• (M.D.) mano destra
• tie
• 15ma

More Musical Terms:

• (sfz) sforzando
• middle C
• BPM
• (rall.) rallentando
• major chord