Vivace: meaning, definitions and examples

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vivace

 

[ vษชหˆvษ‘หสงeษช ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

musical tempo

Vivace is a musical term indicating a lively and brisk tempo. Typically, it is faster than allegro and is often used to convey a sense of vigorous energy in a piece. Composers frequently incorporate vivace sections to inject excitement and vitality into their works. It is commonly found in various genres, particularly in classical music. The use of vivace helps to create a joyful and animated atmosphere.

Synonyms

animated, brisk, lively, quick

Examples of usage

  • The symphony's vivace movement had the audience clapping in time.
  • She played the vivace section of the sonata with great enthusiasm.
  • The conductor raised his baton, cueing the orchestra to begin the vivace piece.

Translations

Translations of the word "vivace" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vivaz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเฅ€เคตเค‚เคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช lebhaft

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hidup

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะถะฒะฐะฒะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ลผywy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็”Ÿใ็”Ÿใใจใ—ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vivant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vivo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท canlฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ™œ๊ธฐ์ฐฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลพivรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลพivรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”ŸๅŠจ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลพivahen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lifandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั–ั€ัˆั–ะปั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒชแƒแƒชแƒฎแƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ canlฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vivo

Etymology

The term 'vivace' comes from the Italian word 'vivace', which means 'lively' or 'vivid'. Its etymology can be traced back to the Latin word 'vivax', which means 'long-lived' or 'vital', derived from 'vivere' meaning 'to live'. In the context of music, 'vivace' has been used since the early classical period to instruct performers about the desired tempo and character of a piece. Over time, it has become a standard term in musical notation, guiding musicians on how to interpret the vigor and brightness of a composition.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,191, 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.