De prima vista
Example: De pianist speelde het stuk perfect de prima vista tijdens het concert.
Definition
"De prima vista" refers to the ability to perform or read a musical piece perfectly at first sight, without prior rehearsal or practice. It is commonly used to describe musicians who can instantly play a score upon seeing it for the first time.
Etymology
The phrase "de prima vista" originates from Italian, where 'prima' means 'first' and 'vista' means 'sight.' It literally translates to 'at first sight.' This term was adopted into Dutch musical vocabulary to describe sight-reading skills. Did you know? Musicians often take pride in their ability to play 'de prima vista,' showcasing their quick reading and technical skills.
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"De prima vista" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (C2) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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