intermezzo

• Sustantivo que designa una breve composición musical o pieza interpretativa insertada entre las partes principales de una obra más extensa, como una sinfonía, ópera o representación teatral.

A noun referring to a short musical composition or performance inserted between the main sections of a larger work, such as a symphony, opera, or theatrical production.

1. Musical interlude in a symphonyC1formalart

   A short, connecting movement placed between the main sections of a larger symphonic work.

   Interludio musical en una sinfonía

   • The orchestra played a delicate intermezzo between the first and second movements.
   • This intermezzo provides a moment of calm before the powerful finale.
   • The composer wrote a beautiful intermezzo to bridge the two contrasting sections.

   Sinónimosinterlude

2. Instrumental piece for opera or dramaC1formalart

   A short instrumental composition performed between the acts of an opera or a play.

   intermedio instrumental

   • The famous intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana is often performed separately.
   • The audience sat in silence as the intermezzo filled the theater.
   • This intermezzo sets the mood for the next act of the opera.

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3. Brief performance between sectionsC1formalart

   A short performance, such as a dance or musical piece, inserted between the parts of a longer show.

   Intermedio breve entre secciones

   • The ballet company performed a charming intermezzo between the main acts.
   • The intermezzo featured a solo dancer and a flute player.
   • The play included a comedic intermezzo to lighten the mood.

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