De expressie
Example: De expressie in haar zang raakte iedereen diep.
Definition
"De expressie" in music refers to the way emotions and feelings are conveyed through performance, such as singing or playing an instrument. It involves nuances in tone, dynamics, and phrasing that deeply affect the listener’s experience.
Etymology
The word "de expressie" comes from the Latin 'expressio,' meaning 'a pressing out,' which evolved through French into Dutch. It originally referred to the act of conveying thoughts or emotions clearly, which perfectly suits its musical use today. Did you know that the term emphasizes how performers 'press out' their feelings to the audience?
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"De expressie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (B2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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