Soloing: meaning, definitions and examples

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soloing

 

[ หˆsoสŠloสŠษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

music performance

Soloing refers to the act of performing a single melodic line or improvisation in music, usually by a musician who takes the lead. This can occur in various genres, particularly in jazz and rock music, where musicians showcase their virtuosity. Soloing allows an individual artist to express their creativity and skill, often highlighting their personal style. It is a key element of musical interaction, where soloists are typically accompanied by a band or ensemble but take the spotlight.

Synonyms

improvising, performing, playing alone

Examples of usage

  • She was soloing beautifully on the saxophone.
  • He enjoyed soloing during the band rehearsal.
  • The guitarist's soloing captivated the entire audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "soloing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น solo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ‹เคฒเฅ‹เค‡เค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Solo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ solo

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะพะปะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ solo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฝใƒญใ‚คใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท solo

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ solo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท solo

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†”๋กœ์ž‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุฒู ู…ู†ูุฑุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sรณlo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sรณlo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‹ฌๅฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ solo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sรณlรณ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะพะปะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ solo

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ solo

Etymology

The term 'solo' originates from the Italian word 'solo', which means 'alone' or 'by itself'. Its use in music dates back to the Renaissance period, where solo performances began to be differentiated from group plays. As musical styles evolved, particularly during the Baroque and Classical periods, solo performances became a distinguished art form, exemplified by renowned composers like Bach and Mozart. With the emergence of jazz and rock in the 20th century, the concept of soloing evolved, allowing for spontaneous improvisation that became a hallmark of musical expression. Over time, soloing has been embraced across many genres, signifying a performerโ€™s opportunity to shine individually and engage with the audience in an intimate way.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,972, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.