Definition: The Italian musical term crescendo (abbreviated cresc.) is an indication to gradually increase the volume of a song until otherwise noted.
A crescendo is marked by a horizontal, opening angle which may be followed by another dynamics command (see image).
Opposite of diminuendo and, of course, decrescendo.
A crescendo is marked by a horizontal, opening angle which may be followed by another dynamics command (see image).
Opposite of diminuendo and, of course, decrescendo.
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Pronunciation: creh-shen'-doh
