Musical Ornamentation Vocabulary

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noun a short grace note played before a main note, typically taking half or more of the time value of the main note

  • The pianist executed the acciaccatura flawlessly, adding a touch of elegance to the piece.
  • I love how the acciaccatura gives that extra flair to the music.
  • That acciaccatura was like the cherry on top of the musical sundae.
  • The acciaccatura in her speech added a playful tone to the conversation.