appoggiatura

noun

Meaning

A musical ornament consisting of a note that leans on the principal note, usually taking half its value and creating a temporary tension that resolves downward.

Examples

The composer used an appoggiatura to add a sense of longing to the opening theme.
She practiced the appoggiatura until the transition between the grace note and the main note sounded perfectly smooth.

Synonyms: grace note, ornament, acciaccatura, embellishment

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appoggiatura

noun

Pronunciation: /əˌpɒdʒəˈtʊərə/

Definition

A musical ornament consisting of a note that leans on the principal note, usually taking half its value and creating a temporary tension that resolves downward.

Examples

The composer used an appoggiatura to add a sense of longing to the opening theme.
She practiced the appoggiatura until the transition between the grace note and the main note sounded perfectly smooth.
In classical music, the appoggiatura is essential for creating expressive, sighing motifs.

Synonyms of appoggiatura

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