Poster Forte means that the music is meant to be played loud.
Trumpets are a great example of a loud, or forte instrument.
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Let's Get Loud

Your Classical Adventures - Episode 56 - Forte - Let's Get Loud
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How do musicians know when to play loud? Join host Liz Lyon and producer Melanie Renate as we explore classical music that loves using the loud dynamic called "forte."

Episode 56 playlist

Johannes Brahms: Hungarian Dance No. 5 —This entire piece is being played at a loud, or forte level.

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Johannes Brahms: Hungarian Dance No. 5

Gustav Holst: The Planets - Mars, The Bringer of War — Holst puts emotions into his piece by going from quiet to forte.

LISTEN — Gustav Holst: The Planets - Mars, The Bringer of War

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Gustav Holst - The Planet: Mars, The Bringer of War
Gustav Holst - The Planet: Mars, The Bringer of War

George Fredrich Handel: Trumpet Concerto; Overture — The trumpet is a loud and powerful instrument. This piece is used to get your attention.

LISTEN — George Fredrich Handel: Trumpet Concerto; Overture

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Handel Trumpet Concerto in D Overture
Handel Trumpet Concerto in D Overture

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