Meaning of "sf" in music
In music notation, "sf" stands for **sforzando**, which is an indication to make a strong, sudden accent on a note or chord. The term "sforzando" literally means "suddenly with force". It is used to add emphasis and create a dramatic effect in the music. The effect of "sf" may be interpreted and explained in both dynamics (volume) and articulation.
"Sforzando" is often notated as an upside-down V symbol in sheet music It should not be confused with other similar musical commands, such as "subito forte" (sf), "subito fortissimo" (sff), "subito piano" (sp), or "sforzando piano" (sfp).
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Abbreviation for sforzando.
In addition, you can familiarize yourself with the terms:
- [Italian] sforzando
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