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Moderato

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Music Instruction

Indicates a specific speed in music, neither too fast nor too slow.

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The sheet music shows 'moderato', ensuring the melody flows smoothly without rushing.
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Pace Nuance

Understanding 'moderato' helps interpret the emotional character of a musical piece.

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He played the sonata moderato, expressing its lyrical quality.
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Temporal Context

'Moderato' reflects a period's musical style, like the tempo common in Romantic era compositions.

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This concerto's moderato tempo is typical of 19th-century music.
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