Things to Remember:

Fulfilling music is not just only concerning pitch names, rhythm, notes or melody. It is also through giving
the proper expression and interpretation of the song. Some compositions are performed softly and there are
those that are played loudly.

Another element in music that cater to the loudness and softness of music is called dynamics.
Dynamics propose different feelings, emotions, or moods. They can produce suspense, tension, love,
tranquility, victory, and vigor. It gives varying degrees of sound volume when a song or a piece is performed.
In 16th century Giovanni Gabrieli, an Italian composer was credited as one of the musicians to indicate
dynamics in musical notations. The musical symbol for dynamics is in Italian words. Below are some
examples of dynamic levels, their symbols and their meaning.