"Walking pace"
Andante
76–108BPM
A moderate walking pace. Neither slow nor fast — relaxed and steady.
92BPM
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Range: 76–108 BPMCanonical: 92 BPM
About Andante
Andante literally means 'going' or 'walking' — the tempo of a comfortable stride. It implies clear forward momentum without urgency. It's the middle ground of slow tempos: slower than moderato but with genuine motion, unlike adagio. Andante is one of the most contested markings historically — Mozart's andante is faster than Beethoven's. In modern practice it sits comfortably around 76–108 BPM.
Character
- Comfortable forward momentum
- Like a relaxed walk
- Clear pulse without rushing
- Natural, conversational
Famous examples
Beethoven Symphony No.5, 2nd mvt
Beethoven
Andante con moto
92 BPM
Mozart Piano Concerto No.21, 2nd
Mozart
Andante
76 BPM
Brahms Symphony No.3, 2nd mvt
Brahms
Andante
84 BPM
Schubert Unfinished Symphony, 2nd
Schubert
Andante con moto
88 BPM
Distinguishing from adjacent tempos
Andante and moderato overlap significantly — moderato has slightly more energy and drive; andante is more relaxed and flowing.
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