ritardando
/ˌriːtɑrˈdɑndoʊ/
adverb
- A musical instruction meaning to gradually slow down the tempo.
- The composer wrote 'ritardando' above the final measures.
- The orchestra played the passage ritardando, creating a dramatic effect.
- She practiced the section ritardando to master the gradual slowdown.
Antonyms
noun
- A passage or section of music played with a gradual slowing of tempo.
- Listen for the ritardando just before the piece ends.
- The conductor emphasized the ritardando to build suspense.
- The ritardando in the second movement was beautifully executed.
Synonyms