APFIVE Tempo Indications Ritardando and Ritenuto
What is the primary difference between ‘ritardando’ and ‘ritenuto’ in terms of their effect on musical tempo?
A
‘Ritardando’ affects only the melody, while ‘ritenuto’ applies to the entire ensemble
B
‘Ritardando’ means to suddenly stop, while ‘ritenuto’ implies a gradual deceleration
C
‘Ritardando’ indicates a gradual slowing down, while ‘ritenuto’ suggests an immediate decrease in tempo
D
‘Ritardando’ is used exclusively in Baroque music, while ‘ritenuto’ is a Romantic period invention
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