rubato

Definitions


[rʊˈbɑːtəʊ], (Noun)

Definitions:
- the temporary disregarding of strict tempo to allow an expressive quickening or slackening, usually without altering the overall pace


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Origin:
Italian, literally ‘robbed’


[rʊˈbɑːtəʊ], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- performed with rubato
(e.g: a rubato phrase)


Phrases:

Origin:
Italian, literally ‘robbed’




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