Molto
Very; much. A modifier that intensifies another musical direction.
Category
modifier
Pronunciation
MOLL-toh
Origin
Italian
Length
144 words · 1 min read
About Molto
Molto is not a standalone instruction but a modifier that amplifies whatever term it accompanies. Molto allegro means very fast; molto espressivo means very expressively; molto crescendo means a pronounced increase in volume.
More modifier terms
Quasi
View all modifierterms →Almost or as if — indicates an approximation of a style or quality
Poco a pocoLittle by little — a gradual, incremental change applied to any musical direction
SubitoSuddenly; an immediate change without transition.
PiùMore — intensifies the direction it accompanies
AssaiVery or quite — a modifier that intensifies the tempo or expression marking it accompanies
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