concerto

Meanings

• noun

  A musical composition, typically for an orchestra, consisting of several contrasting sections or movements.

  - "The concerto begins with a slow and melancholic adagio."
  - "The pianist performed a virtuoso concerto that left the audience in awe."

• noun

  A musical competition or festival.

  - "The international piano concerto competition is held annually in Vienna."
  - "The chamber music concerto was a highlight of the summer music festival."

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Pronunciation

1. /kənˈtʃɛɹtoʊ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with concerto
studio , moro , jubileo

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Variants

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concerti , concerto , concertos , concerti grossi , concerto grosso

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Etymology

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From the Italian word 'concerto', meaning 'a coming together'. Originally referred to a musical composition for a solo instrument accompanied by an orchestra.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'concerto' was first used in the late 16th century to describe a musical composition for a solo instrument accompanied by an orchestra.

2. The Baroque concerto typically consisted of three or more contrasting movements: fast-slow-fast, or fast-slow-fast-fast.

3. The most famous concerto in the classical music repertoire is likely Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 21 in C major, K. 467.

4. The term 'concerto grosso' refers to a Baroque orchestral composition featuring a small group of soloists, contrasted with the full orchestra.

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1. Sonata: Another classical musical form, consisting of multiple contrasting movements, but without the orchestral accompaniment.

2. Symphony: A large-scale musical composition for orchestra, consisting of multiple movements, each in a contrasting mood.

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Culture

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Concerto is a significant musical genre that has been popular since the Baroque period. It is characterized by its contrasting sections or movements, showcasing the virtuosity of the soloist. Many famous composers, such as Mozart, Beethoven, and Brahms, have composed concertos for various instruments, including violin, piano, and trumpet.

How to Memorize "concerto"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a grand orchestra performing a concerto, with a soloist showcasing their skills.
   - Imagine the sheet music for a concerto, with its various sections and movements.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'concerto' with the image of a soloist performing with an orchestra.
   - Think of a musical competition or festival when you hear the word 'concerto'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'concerto' with the letters 'C-O-N-C-E-R-T-O', standing for 'Composition Of Notable Contrasting Elements Revealing Talented Orchestras'.

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