spiritoso
/ˌspɪrɪˈtoʊsoʊ/
adverb
- In a lively, spirited, or animated manner (used as a musical direction).
- The composer marked the section spiritoso to indicate a bright tempo.
- The conductor instructed the orchestra to play the final movement spiritoso.
- The pianist performed the piece spiritoso, filling the hall with energy.
adjective
- Lively, spirited, or animated (used as a musical direction).
- The spiritoso passage required quick fingers and a joyful touch.
- Her spiritoso interpretation of the sonata delighted the audience.
- The score included a spiritoso marking for the third movement.