Le legato
Example: Le legato dans cette pièce rend la mélodie très fluide.
Definition
"Le legato" in music refers to a smooth and connected style of playing or singing where notes flow seamlessly without noticeable breaks, creating a fluid and continuous melody.
Etymology
The term "le legato" comes from the Italian word 'legato,' meaning 'tied' or 'bound together.' It was adopted into French musical terminology to describe this connected style, reflecting how notes are 'tied' smoothly in performance.
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