Coda
A concluding passage that brings a piece or movement to an end.
Category
form
Pronunciation
KOH-dah
Origin
Italian
Length
104 words · 1 min read
About Coda
A coda is a tail section appended to the main body of a piece to provide a satisfying conclusion. It can range from a few bars to an extended passage with new thematic material.
More form terms
Recitativo
View all formterms →A vocal style imitating natural speech rhythms.
AriaA self-contained piece for solo voice with instrumental accompaniment, typically within an opera or oratorio
ConcertoA large-scale composition for solo instrument and orchestra, typically in three movements
Through-ComposedA song structure where the music changes continuously without repeating sections for each verse
PreludeAn introductory piece of music that precedes a larger work or stands as an independent short composition
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