Vivace is an Italian tempo marking used in music that translates to fast and lively. It indicates that the music should be performed at a brisk, energetic pace, typically around 132-140 beats per minute, though the exact speed can vary depending on context and period.
Other common Italian tempo markings for comparison:
Largo or Lento - slow
Adagio - slow and stately
Andante - at a walking pace
Allegro - fast
Presto - very fast
The word "sustained" in music is associated with the term sostenuto, not vivace. The options describing slow tempos correspond to terms like largo, adagio, or andante. Vivace specifically conveys both speed and liveliness, making it distinct from a merely fast tempo like allegro.
