cabaletta
- noun
- /ˌkæbəˈlɛtə/
- Specialized
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cabaletta
- Did you hear the cabaletta in the last act?
Examples
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The singer performed a dramatic cabaletta that showcased her impressive vocal agility.
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Many operas from the 19th century feature a dramatic cabaletta to end an aria.
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The soprano's cabaletta thrilled the audience with its energy and speed.
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After the slow introduction, the tenor launched into a brilliant cabaletta.
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The soprano finished her aria with a stunning cabaletta.
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In the opera, the audience was captivated by the swift and lively cabaletta that concluded the aria.
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During the rehearsal, the conductor emphasized the importance of energy in the final cabaletta.
Synonyms
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A short part at the end of a piece of music that finishes the main theme
How Fast
Surface Forms
Etymology
Cabaletta comes from Italian; the ending -etta means 'little', like in English words such as kitchenette or cigarette. A cabaletta is a short, lively 'little' ending to an operatic aria, which is why it is a fast, showy finish.