Allegros

/əˈleɪɡroʊz/ noun

Definition

Plural of allegro; multiple musical pieces or movements performed at a fast, lively allegro tempo.

Etymology

Plural of Italian 'allegro' (fast, cheerful), formed by adding English plural '-s'. Allegro comes from Latin 'alacer' meaning brisk or lively.

Kelly Says

A symphony full of allegros would be absolutely exhilarating—your heart races along with the music! This is why composers strategically place slow movements between fast ones, like musical breathing exercises.

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