Allegro

usgb/əˈleɡrəʊ/
adverb

A term in music meaning to play quickly, lively.

The pianist played the piece allegro, with a lively and vigorous performance.
Visual representation of "allegro" - A term in music meaning to play quickly, lively

Often appears as...

  • play allegro
  • allegro piece

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Tempo Indicator

Allegro as an adverb describes the speed at which music should be played.

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The composer indicated that this section should be taken allegro.
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Mood Expression

Allegro often implies a cheerful or brisk mood in music, not just speed.

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Even though it's fast, make sure the allegro section feels joyful.
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Not Always Fastest

Allegro is fast but it's not the fastest tempo; that would be prestissimo.

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She played the allegro briskly, yet it was slower than the final prestissimo.
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