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Crescendo
Crescendo means gradually getting louder.
Also called: Cres
Level relevance: introduced at Nat 3; tagged for every later level where the same concept remains useful.
Explanation
A crescendo can be performed naturally or created with automation, layering, or effects. It helps build intensity and shape.
Topics
DynamicsMusic concepts
Curriculum statusofficial concept
Review statusdraft
Sources
- National 5 Music Technology course specification, May 2023, version 3.0 · accessed 2026-07-08
Used for the National 3, National 4, and National 5 technology and music concept tables.