<P> In musical terminology , tempo ( `` time '' in Italian ) is the speed or pace of a given piece . In classical music , tempo is typically indicated with an instruction at the start of a piece ( often using conventional Italian terms ) and is usually measured in beats per minute ( or bpm ) . In modern classical compositions , a `` metronome mark '' in beats per minute may supplement or replace the normal tempo marking , while in modern genres like electronic dance music , tempo will typically simply be stated in bpm . </P>
<P> In musical terminology , tempo ( `` time '' in Italian ) is the speed or pace of a given piece . In classical music , tempo is typically indicated with an instruction at the start of a piece ( often using conventional Italian terms ) and is usually measured in beats per minute ( or bpm ) . In modern classical compositions , a `` metronome mark '' in beats per minute may supplement or replace the normal tempo marking , while in modern genres like electronic dance music , tempo will typically simply be stated in bpm . </P>
where are tempo markings written in a music score
where are tempo markings written in a music score
at the start of a piece
at the start of a piece