Subito
Suddenly; an immediate change without transition.
Category
modifier
Pronunciation
SOO-bih-toh
Origin
Italian
Length
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About Subito
Subito indicates an abrupt shift in dynamics, tempo, or character with no gradual transition. Subito piano (sub.
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Meno
View all modifierterms →Less — reduces the degree of the direction it modifies
PocoA little; slightly — used to qualify other musical directions
AssaiVery or quite — a modifier that intensifies the tempo or expression marking it accompanies
MaBut — introduces a contrasting or limiting qualification
MoltoVery; much. A modifier that intensifies another musical direction.
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