Italian words (Part 1) Flashcards

1
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Prime donna

A

principle female singer in an opera

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2
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Soprano

A

highest singing voice

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3
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Crescendo

A

gradual increase in volume or force

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4
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Bravo

A

well done

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5
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Quartet

A

group of four musicians

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6
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Maestro

A

famous conductor

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7
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Mandolin

A

stringed musical instrument

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8
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Finale

A

the last piece

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9
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duet

A

a composition for two singers

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10
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forte

A

to play loudly

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11
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libretto

A

text of long musical piece

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12
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Allegro

A

at a quick and lively tempo; quickly

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13
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Presto

A

to be played very fast

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14
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Falsetto

A

high- pitched singing method

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15
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Virtuoso

A

exceptional performer

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16
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Diva

A

women opera singer, famous lady

17
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Dilettante

A

dabbler in art or knowlege

18
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Bravura

A

great skill

19
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Tempo

A

music’s speed

20
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Opera

A

musical drama