THE LANGUAGE OF MUSIC
Theory
5 terms
A cappella
A cappella is singing without instrumental accompaniment, by voices alone.
Improvisation
Improvisation is the creation of music directly in the moment of performance, without prior preparation.
Cadenza
A cadenza is a virtuosic solo episode in a concerto where the orchestra falls silent and the soloist brilliantly improvises.
Mute
A mute is a device that dampens and alters an instrument's timbre.
Tutti
Tutti is the moment when the whole orchestra or choir plays together.
