Der Triller
Example: Der Triller im letzten Satz verlieh dem Stück besondere Spannung.
Definition
"Der Triller" in music refers to a rapid alternation between two adjacent notes, usually a semitone or tone apart, creating a decorative, trembling effect that adds expressiveness and tension to a musical piece, as in the final sentence where it enhances the composition's emotional intensity.
Etymology
The word "der Triller" comes from the German verb "trillern," which means to trill or to vibrate. Its roots trace back to the Latin word "trillare," meaning to tremble or quiver. Did you know that the term vividly captures the shaking sound produced by the quick alternation of notes?
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