sempre
/ˈsɛmpreɪ/
adverb
- In music, a direction meaning 'always' or 'throughout,' indicating that a certain style or dynamic should be maintained continuously.
- The conductor reminded the choir to sing sempre pianissimo, holding the soft dynamic for the entire verse.
- He played the passage sempre forte, never letting the volume drop even for a moment.
- The sheet music said 'sempre legato,' so the cellist kept the notes smooth and connected throughout the phrase.
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