Vocabulary Entry

spiccato

|noun • adjective

noun

A bowing technique in string instruments where the bow is bounced off the strings.

Example Sentences

"The violinist showcased her skills with a beautiful spiccato passage."

"Spiccato is essential for creating a light, lively sound in performances."

"During practice, he focused specifically on mastering the spiccato technique."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The conductor asked the orchestra to play the piece with a spiccato style."

"The spiccato notes added an energetic feel to the composition."

"Her spiccato playing truly brought the music to life."