Tremolo
Rapid repetition of a single note or alternation between two notes.
Category
articulation
Pronunciation
TREH-moh-loh
Origin
Italian
Length
86 words · 1 min read
About Tremolo
Tremolo creates a shimmering, trembling effect either by rapidly repeating a single note or quickly alternating between two notes. On bowed strings, it involves rapid back-and-forth bowing near the tip.
More articulation terms
Portamento
View all articulationterms →A smooth, vocal-style slide between two notes.
Con sordinoWith mute; using a mute on the instrument.
SordamenteA direction to play in a muted, dampened manner, suppressing the natural resonance of the instrument.
VibratoA slight, rapid oscillation of pitch to enrich the tone.
PesanteHeavily, with weight.
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