The rallentando
Example: The rallentando at the end of the piece created a dramatic pause.
Definition
"The rallentando" is a musical term indicating a gradual slowing down of the tempo during a passage or section of a piece, often used to create a dramatic or expressive effect in the music.
Etymology
"The rallentando" originates from the Italian word 'rallentare,' meaning 'to slow down.' Did you know? It combines 're-' (again) and 'allentare' (to loosen), reflecting the idea of loosening or relaxing the speed of the music.
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"The rallentando" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (C2) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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