Hobbies Playing Music allegretto Share PINTEREST Email Print Playing Music Playing Piano Tutorials Piano Chords Buying Advice Music Education Playing Guitar Home Recording By Brandy Kraemer Updated March 18, 2017 Definition: The Italian musical command allegretto is an indication to play somewhat quickly. BPM of Allegretto: 100-128 beats per minute; faster than andante, but slower than allegro. See allegretto appassionato and allegrissimo. Also Known As: allegro moderato (It) assez vite (Fr) ein wenig schnell (Ger) Pronunciation: Volume & Dynamics: (mf) mezzo forte (sfz) sforzando diminuendo al niente (fp) fortepiano French Musical Glossary: à l’aise mi-doux retenu