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ritardando

In musical notation, gradually getting slower; synonymous with rallentando.
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The composer uses ritardandos, grand pauses and fermatas, as well as specific written instructions on the score such as "lingering," "with forward motion" and "holding back.
Winter Portraits by Jones, Rebekah H. / American Music Teacher
; it builds the dynamics smoothly and sensitively, and all the rubatos, ritardandos and accelerandos are logical and delicate.
Antonin Dvorak by Reittererova, Vlasta / Czech Music
41, and exaggerated ritardandos, making his "Jupiter" a somewhat different listening experience than we are used to.
Mozart: Symphony No. 41 "Jupiter"; Piano Concerto No. 23 by Puccio, John / Sensible Sound
 
 
 
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