Vivace
adverb
In music, played lively and fast.
The conductor asked the orchestra to play the piece 'vivace' to add some excitement.
Often appears as...
- play vivace
- vivace movement
Usage tips
Technical
adjective
In music, used to describe a brisk and lively tempo.
The 'vivace' section of the symphony was thrilling.
Often appears as...
- vivace tempo
- vivace pace
Usage tips
Technical
adverb
In music, played lively and fast.
The conductor asked the orchestra to play the piece 'vivace' to add some excitement.
Often appears as...
- play vivace
- vivace movement
Usage tips
Technical
adjective
In music, used to describe a brisk and lively tempo.
The 'vivace' section of the symphony was thrilling.
Often appears as...
- vivace tempo
- vivace pace
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Music Exclusive
The adverb 'vivace' is used only in musical contexts to describe how a piece should be played.
She played the violin solo vivace, just as the composer intended.
Pro Tip 2/3Mood Enhancer
'Vivace' sets a joyful or energetic mood in the music, suggesting an uplifting experience.
The pianist's vivace rendition of the piece left the audience feeling energized.
Pro Tip 3/3Conductor's Instruction
'Vivace' may be used as an instruction by a conductor to signal the desired pace to musicians.
Noticing the lag, the conductor signaled for a more vivace tempo.
Pro Tip 1/3Music Exclusive
The adverb 'vivace' is used only in musical contexts to describe how a piece should be played.
She played the violin solo vivace, just as the composer intended.
Pro Tip 2/3Mood Enhancer
'Vivace' sets a joyful or energetic mood in the music, suggesting an uplifting experience.
The pianist's vivace rendition of the piece left the audience feeling energized.
Pro Tip 3/3Conductor's Instruction
'Vivace' may be used as an instruction by a conductor to signal the desired pace to musicians.
Noticing the lag, the conductor signaled for a more vivace tempo.
Pro Tip 1/3Music Exclusive
The adverb 'vivace' is used only in musical contexts to describe how a piece should be played.
She played the violin solo vivace, just as the composer intended.
Pro Tip 2/3Mood Enhancer
'Vivace' sets a joyful or energetic mood in the music, suggesting an uplifting experience.
The pianist's vivace rendition of the piece left the audience feeling energized.
Pro Tip 3/3Conductor's Instruction
'Vivace' may be used as an instruction by a conductor to signal the desired pace to musicians.
Noticing the lag, the conductor signaled for a more vivace tempo.
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