spiccato
/spɪˈkɑtoʊ/
noun
- A style of playing a stringed instrument (like a violin) where the bow bounces lightly off the strings, creating short, separated notes.
- In the orchestra, the cello section practiced their spiccato for the lively dance movement.
- She learned spiccato by letting the bow bounce naturally on the string.
- The violinist used spiccato to make the fast passage sound light and bouncy.
Antonyms
adverb
- In a manner that uses the spiccato technique, with bouncing bow strokes.
- He performed the solo spiccato, making each note crisp and clear.
- The piece should be played spiccato to match the playful mood.
- The music teacher asked the student to play the scale spiccato instead of legato.