The coda
Example: The coda in the symphony brought a powerful conclusion to the piece.
Definition
"The coda" in music refers to a concluding section of a composition or movement that brings it to a formal close, often by reiterating or expanding on previous themes to create a sense of resolution and completion.
Etymology
The term "the coda" comes from the Italian word 'coda,' meaning 'tail.' In music, it metaphorically represents the 'tail end' of a piece. Did you know it was first used in the 18th century to describe the final passage that wraps up a musical work?
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"The coda" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (C1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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