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ap·pog·gia·tu·ra
 appoggiatura
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- pronunciation:
pa
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tu
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noun |
| definition 1: |
in music, a dissonant note in a strong metrical position that resolves to a consonant note in a weaker metrical position.
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| definition 2: |
in music, a short ornamental note occurring on the beat which resolves to the consonant.
The melody is repeated, now embellished with trills and appoggiaturas. |
| related words: |
flourish |
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