De codetta
Example: De codetta in dit muziekstuk markeert het einde van het thema.
Definition
"De codetta" is a short concluding passage in a musical piece that marks the end of a theme, usually providing a brief, clear closure before transitioning to the next section or ending the composition.
Etymology
The term "de codetta" comes from Italian musical terminology, where 'codetta' is a diminutive form of 'coda,' meaning 'tail.' It reflects the idea of a small tail or short ending segment in music. Did you know? The word highlights how musicians use Italian terms to describe structural elements in compositions.
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"De codetta" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (C1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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