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Divertimento

usgb/dɪˌvɜːrtɪˈmentəʊ/Volume
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Musical Genre

Divertimento refers to a genre of classical music, not just any music.

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At the recital, we heard a divertimento composed in the Classical era.
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Light-hearted Mood

Divertimento pieces are composed to be enjoyable and evoke a cheerful atmosphere.

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Her piano divertimento set a joyful mood throughout the hall.
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Not for Dancing

Though playful, a divertimento is typically for listening, not dancing.

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We sat and listened to a divertimento, resisting the urge to dance.
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