Assoluto

/ˌɑːsəˈluːtoʊ/ adjective

Definition

In music (Italian), meaning absolute or complete; used in phrases like 'in assoluto' to mean without qualification or exception.

Etymology

Italian word from Latin 'absolutus,' meaning loosened or freed, from 'absolvere.' It's a musical and artistic term borrowed directly from Italian.

Kelly Says

Musicians use 'assoluto' to mean a solo part is played absolutely solo without any accompanying instruments—it comes from the same Latin root as 'absolution' and 'dissolve.'

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