Explanation of Marks of Musical Expression used in the Church Hymnal, and printed in italic type. cr (crescendo), gradually increasing in tone. f(forte), loud. fffortissimo), very loud. mf (mezzo-forte), moderate tone. dim (diminuendo), gradually decreasing in tone. pp (pianissimo), very soft. All verses not marked are meant to be sung mf; but it is to be understood that an Expression Mark remains in force throughout the verse until contradicted. |