Stretto
noun
In music, a section where themes overlap, typically in a fugue.
The fugue concluded with a dramatic stretto.
Often appears as...
- fugue stretto
- theme in stretto
Usage tips
Technical
adjective
In Italian, it means 'narrow' or 'tight'.
La strada è molto stretta, we need to be careful while driving.
Often appears as...
- strada stretta (narrow street)
- vestito stretto (tight dress)
noun
In music, a section where themes overlap, typically in a fugue.
The fugue concluded with a dramatic stretto.
Often appears as...
- fugue stretto
- theme in stretto
Usage tips
Technical
adjective
In Italian, it means 'narrow' or 'tight'.
La strada è molto stretta, we need to be careful while driving.
Often appears as...
- strada stretta (narrow street)
- vestito stretto (tight dress)
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Musical Technique
Stretto in music involves overlapping themes, often increasing tension and complexity in a piece.
Listen to the stretto here; the violins and cellos are interweaving their melodies.
Pro Tip 2/3Fugue Highlight
A stretto is usually a climactic point in a fugue, showcasing the composer's skill.
The composer's use of stretto brought all the themes together in a thrilling finish.
Pro Tip 3/3Expect Acceleration
In a stretto, tempo may speed up to enhance excitement, a fact not directly implied by the term itself.
As the stretto began, the pace quickened, leaving the audience in awe.
Pro Tip 1/3Musical Technique
Stretto in music involves overlapping themes, often increasing tension and complexity in a piece.
Listen to the stretto here; the violins and cellos are interweaving their melodies.
Pro Tip 2/3Fugue Highlight
A stretto is usually a climactic point in a fugue, showcasing the composer's skill.
The composer's use of stretto brought all the themes together in a thrilling finish.
Pro Tip 3/3Expect Acceleration
In a stretto, tempo may speed up to enhance excitement, a fact not directly implied by the term itself.
As the stretto began, the pace quickened, leaving the audience in awe.
Pro Tip 1/3Musical Technique
Stretto in music involves overlapping themes, often increasing tension and complexity in a piece.
Listen to the stretto here; the violins and cellos are interweaving their melodies.
Pro Tip 2/3Fugue Highlight
A stretto is usually a climactic point in a fugue, showcasing the composer's skill.
The composer's use of stretto brought all the themes together in a thrilling finish.
Pro Tip 3/3Expect Acceleration
In a stretto, tempo may speed up to enhance excitement, a fact not directly implied by the term itself.
As the stretto began, the pace quickened, leaving the audience in awe.
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