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Largo
01
a musical piece that is intended to be performed at a very slow tempo and in a serious manner
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Countable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
largos
What is a "largo"?
A largo is a musical piece or movement that is played at a very slow and broad tempo. The term "largo" suggests a spacious and majestic quality, giving the music a solemn and contemplative character. This tempo allows for deep expression and careful phrasing, creating a sense of grandeur and calm. Largo pieces are often used to convey profound emotions or to provide contrast within a larger composition.
largo
01
slowly and broadly
Grammatical Information
largo
01
very slow in tempo and broad in manner
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
largest
Comparative
larger
gradable
domain
music, tempo, performance
