Cadenza
noun
A special part of a piece of classical music, often near the end, played by a single musician.
The pianist played an elaborate cadenza that really showcased his technical skills.
Often appears as...
- play a cadenza
- elaborate cadenza
Usage tips
Academic
noun
A special part of a piece of classical music, often near the end, played by a single musician.
The pianist played an elaborate cadenza that really showcased his technical skills.
Often appears as...
- play a cadenza
- elaborate cadenza
Usage tips
Academic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Classical Music
A cadenza often happens in classical music and is not typical for other genres.
During last night's symphony, the violinist performed an impressive cadenza.
Pro Tip 2/3Solo Performance
A cadenza is a solo section where the main performer gets to shine without accompaniment.
The flute cadenza in the concerto allowed the soloist to display her virtuosity.
Pro Tip 3/3Improvisational Feel
Although a cadenza is often written out, it should sound improvised and personal to the musician.
He played the cadenza with such freedom, it felt as if he created it on the spot.
Pro Tip 1/3Classical Music
A cadenza often happens in classical music and is not typical for other genres.
During last night's symphony, the violinist performed an impressive cadenza.
Pro Tip 2/3Solo Performance
A cadenza is a solo section where the main performer gets to shine without accompaniment.
The flute cadenza in the concerto allowed the soloist to display her virtuosity.
Pro Tip 3/3Improvisational Feel
Although a cadenza is often written out, it should sound improvised and personal to the musician.
He played the cadenza with such freedom, it felt as if he created it on the spot.
Pro Tip 1/3Classical Music
A cadenza often happens in classical music and is not typical for other genres.
During last night's symphony, the violinist performed an impressive cadenza.
Pro Tip 2/3Solo Performance
A cadenza is a solo section where the main performer gets to shine without accompaniment.
The flute cadenza in the concerto allowed the soloist to display her virtuosity.
Pro Tip 3/3Improvisational Feel
Although a cadenza is often written out, it should sound improvised and personal to the musician.
He played the cadenza with such freedom, it felt as if he created it on the spot.
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Quote examples
Chris Thile
American Musician
Improvisation is an important part of bluegrass, and I would hasten to add that classical music wasn't always such an improvisational void. Back in the day, everyone's cadenzas were improvised, and improvisation was taught in conservatories.
Quote examples
Chris Thile
American Musician
Improvisation is an important part of bluegrass, and I would hasten to add that classical music wasn't always such an improvisational void. Back in the day, everyone's cadenzas were improvised, and improvisation was taught in conservatories.
Example 1 of 1
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