How to determine fast if song has constant tempo

1. How can you tell the tempo of a song?
2. What is the tempo of a fast song?

How can you tell the tempo of a song?

So when you count how many beats are in one minute of a song played at a specific tempo, you can quickly determine the Beats Per Minute or BPM. And if you're pressed for time, count the beats in 15 seconds of music, and then multiply that number by 4.

What is the tempo of a fast song?

Allegro – fast, quick, and bright (120–156 bpm) (molto allegro is slightly faster than allegro, but always in its range; 124-156 bpm) Vivace – lively and fast (156–176 bpm) Vivacissimo – very fast and lively (172–176 bpm) Allegrissimo or Allegro vivace – very fast (172–176 bpm)