Definition

A musical term indicating a tempo that is slower than andante but faster than adagio.

Example

The symphony's second movement was played larghetto, creating a gentle and flowing atmosphere.

Conversation

Have you ever heard a piece played in larghetto?

I think so, but I'm not sure what that tempo sounds like.

It's slower than andante, but not too slow, pretty relaxing!

That sounds nice; I’d love to hear a larghetto performance sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A musical term indicating a slow tempo, typically faster than largo but slower than adagio.

Example

The conductor instructed the orchestra to play the piece larghetto to create a gentle and flowing sound.

Conversation

Have you ever played a piece that was marked larghetto?

Yes, I did once, and it felt really nice and flowing.

I find that larghetto tempo can be quite relaxing to listen to.

Definition

A musical term that refers to a moderately slow tempo, typically faster than adagio but slower than andante, often used to describe a specific section of a piece of music.

Example

The symphony included a beautiful larghetto that showcased the strings.

Conversation

Have you ever heard a piece played in a larghetto tempo?

Yeah, it's such a beautiful style, isn't it?

I love how it flows; it really sets a mood.

Root Explanation

Larghetto → It is derived from the Italian word "largo" (meaning broad or wide) with the diminutive suffix "-etto" (meaning small or little). The term "larghetto" refers to a musical passage that is played in a moderately slow tempo, suggesting a small or gentle broadness in the music's flow.

Memory Tip

Think of 'largo' meaning broad or wide, and the '-etto' indicating a smaller version — so 'larghetto' means a gentle, small broadness in music.

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