Movement
A self-contained section within a larger multi-part composition such as a symphony or concerto
Category
form
Pronunciation
MOOV-ment
Origin
English
Length
83 words · 1 min read
About Movement
A movement functions like a chapter in a book — complete in itself but part of a larger narrative. Symphonies typically have four movements, concertos three, and sonatas three or four.
More form terms
Recitativo
View all formterms →A vocal style imitating natural speech rhythms.
Through-ComposedA song structure where the music changes continuously without repeating sections for each verse
CodaA concluding passage that brings a piece or movement to an end.
CadenzaA virtuosic solo passage, often improvised, near the end of a movement.
AttaccaProceed to the next movement without pause.
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