Staccato—detached; the opposite of legato.
Subito—suddenly.
Tenor—the highest male voice. Range approximately d—c''.
Tenuto—(from teneo, to hold)—a direction signifying that the tones are to be prolonged to the full value indicated by the notes.
Toccata—a brilliant composition for piano or organ, usually characterized by much rapid staccato playing.
Triplet—a group of three tones, to be performed in the time ordinarily given to two of the same value. The first tone of the triplet is always slightly accented.
Tutti—(derived from totus, toti, Latin—all)—a direction signifying that all performers are to take part. Also used occasionally to refer to a passage where all performers do take part.