Presto
Very fast; one of the quickest tempo markings.
Category
tempo
Pronunciation
PREH-stoh
Origin
Italian
Tempo
168–200 BPM
Length
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About Presto
Presto calls for an extremely fast tempo, typically between 168 and 200 BPM. It demands considerable technical skill from performers and is often reserved for finales and virtuosic passages.
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