Which term means 'Expressively'?

Which term means 'Expressively'?

• A. Legato
• B. Expressivo
• C. Staccato
• D. Poco sostenuto

Answer: (B)

Expressivo means to play expressively, directing you to infuse the line with emotion and nuance. In scores this term asks you to shape the phrases with thoughtful dynamics, tone color, and phrasing to convey the music’s character. The other terms focus on articulation or tempo rather than overall expressiveness: legato is about smooth, connected notes; staccato calls for detached, short notes; poco sostenuto indicates a slightly slower or more sustained feel. So expressivo is the instruction that directly signals expressive playing.

Expressivo means to play expressively, directing you to infuse the line with emotion and nuance. In scores this term asks you to shape the phrases with thoughtful dynamics, tone color, and phrasing to convey the music’s character. The other terms focus on articulation or tempo rather than overall expressiveness: legato is about smooth, connected notes; staccato calls for detached, short notes; poco sostenuto indicates a slightly slower or more sustained feel. So expressivo is the instruction that directly signals expressive playing.