Concertanti

/ˌkɒntʃərˈtɑːnti/ noun

Definition

Plural form (especially in Italian contexts) of instruments or musicians playing in a concertante style; solo instruments in an ensemble.

Etymology

Italian plural of concertante. Refers specifically to the solo instruments or group performing the featured parts in a concertante work.

Kelly Says

When musicians are called 'concertanti,' it means they're not just part of the string section—they're the soloists having a musical conversation with the group!

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