Divisi
Divided — string players in the same section split into two or more groups playing different notes
Category
performance
Pronunciation
dee-VEE-zee
Origin
Italian
Length
89 words · 1 min read
About Divisi
Divisi (div.) tells a string section to divide so that some players take the upper notes and others the lower notes of a chord. This contrasts with double-stopping, where each player plays both notes.
More performance terms
A due
View all performanceterms →For two — two instruments or sections playing the same part together in unison
A CappellaSinging without instrumental accompaniment.
Tre cordeRelease the soft pedal, allowing hammers to strike all three strings
Senza sordinoWithout mute — removing the mute or, on piano, using the sustain pedal freely
TuttiAll together; the entire ensemble plays.
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