cabaletta
/ˌkæbəˈlɛtə/
noun
- A short, lively aria in an opera, usually with a fast tempo and a repeated rhythmic pattern, often following a slower, more emotional section.
- The soprano's cabaletta brought the audience to their feet with its rapid, thrilling melody.
- In many operas, the cabaletta serves as a triumphant conclusion to a character's emotional reflection.
- The tenor practiced the cabaletta repeatedly to master its quick, precise notes.