De cesuur
Example: De cesuur in de symfonie markeert een belangrijk muzikaal moment.
Definition
"De cesuur" in music refers to a deliberate pause or break within a musical phrase or piece, often used to create contrast or highlight a significant moment, such as in a symphony. It marks a momentary stop in the flow of the music.
Etymology
The term "de cesuur" comes from the Latin word 'caesura,' meaning 'cut' or 'break.' It entered Dutch musical vocabulary to describe a cutting or dividing pause in music. Did you know that its origin reflects the idea of 'cutting' the sound temporarily?
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"De cesuur" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (C2) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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