Which term indicates reinforced; played with added strength and emphasis?

• A. Rinforzando (rfz)
• B. Sforzando (sfz)
• C. Con bravura
• D. Con amore

Answer: (A)

Emphasis in music notation is conveyed by markings that tell you to add more weight to a note or passage. Rinforzando, abbreviated rfz, means reinforced—play the note or chord with added strength and emphasis, a moment of extra weight within the phrase. It is used to make a figure stand out by boosting its dynamics briefly. Sforzando indicates a sudden, strong accent, which is a sharp, immediate emphasis rather than a sustained reinforcement. Con bravura means with bold virtuosity and flair, and con amore means with love or expressively. Thus, rinforzando is the marking that matches the idea of reinforced, added strength and emphasis.