The Quiz: What word refers to the speed at which a song is played?
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Tempo
Usually measured in beats per minute (BPM), the tempo is the speed at which a piece of music is played. When combined with the time signature — such as 4/4 or 6/8 time — on a piece of sheet music, the tempo informs the musician how long each note should last and how fast to count each measure.
The correct answer to this quiz is Tempo.