Tempo is determined by counting beats per minute and locating a prominent beat within 60 seconds of BPM.
A metronome creates regular beats at a specific tempo to assist musicians in matching the beats of their music.
Using a watch or a second-hand clock, you can estimate BPM for a minute by counting beats within 15-30 seconds of music.
Understanding song tempos helps you recognize and measure tempos. Knowing BPM and tempo markings enables you to identify tempos in other music
Tempo markings such as "Allegro" or "Adagio" are frequently used in musical compositions to guide performers toward the desired speed.