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andantino

In musical notation, a modification of andante. Interpretation of the term has varied; it is not clear whether it denotes a faster or slower tempo than andante. Beethoven himself was unsure as to the meaning. Most recent composers intend a faster tempo.



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The lively Rag-Mazurka and a graceful Andantino turned into a riotous Finale - marred only by youngsters who managed to rattle sweet-wrappings through the entire concert.
Even he seemed relieved when he'd made it through the four movements: "Allegro," the brooding and witchy "Marche funebre: Andantino," the minor-key menace of the "Menuet" (I'd hate to see what beings could dance to it), and the unrelentingly manic "Finale: Presto.
Earlier, Aidan O'Brien's Andantino should make it third time lucky in the opening two-year-old maiden.
 
 
 
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