De virtuositeit
Example: De virtuositeit van de pianist maakte het concert onvergetelijk.
Definition
"De virtuositeit" refers to the exceptional skill and artistry demonstrated by a musician, especially in performing complex and demanding pieces. It highlights the technical mastery and expressive ability that make a performance particularly impressive and memorable.
Etymology
The word "de virtuositeit" comes from the Italian word 'virtuoso,' meaning a person highly skilled in music or another artistic field. It entered Dutch through French and Latin influences, reflecting the admiration for mastery and excellence in artistic performance. Did you know? The term originally emphasized moral virtue before becoming associated with artistic skill.
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"De virtuositeit" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (C1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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