amoroso
/ˌæməˈroʊsoʊ/
adjective
- (in music) Played in a tender, loving style.
- The pianist played the slow movement amoroso, with gentle and warm expression.
- In the sonata, the second section is marked amoroso, meaning it should sound affectionate.
- The conductor asked the orchestra to perform the love theme amoroso.
adverb
- (in music) In a tender, loving manner.
- The composer instructed the musicians to play amoroso during the romantic passage.
- She sang the lullaby amoroso, making the audience feel calm and cherished.
- The violinist played the melody amoroso, drawing out each note with care.
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