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What is another word for arpeggios?

Pronunciation: [ɑːpˈɛɡɪˌə͡ʊz] (IPA)

Arpeggios are a series of musical notes played one at a time, usually in a succession of ascending or descending pitches. There are various synonyms for the word "arpeggios" that can be used in music composition or performance. Some of the popular synonyms include broken chords, chordal runs, sweeping chords, and rolled chords. Other synonyms for arpeggios include broken arpeggios, chord progressions, and musical scales. These synonyms are commonly used in different genres of music such as classical, jazz, blues, and rock. Whether you're playing the piano, guitar, or other musical instruments, using synonyms for arpeggios can add depth and complexity to your musical arrangement.
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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Arpeggios

Through the open window of the Deacon's little parlour, came the sound of chords struck on a tinkling square piano, followed by scales and arpeggios sung in a sweet, if rather timid and unsubstantial, feminine voice.
"Jane Lends A Hand"
Shirley Watkins
The harp was innocent enough with its fantastic spray of arpeggios; it was used only as gilding to warm the bitter, wiry tone of the fiddles.
"Melomaniacs"
James Huneker
The last note died away; the grand arpeggios of the Nachspiel melted into silence.
"The Song of Songs"
Hermann Sudermann

Famous quotes with Arpeggios

  • You can sightread better if you know your scales and arpeggios.
    James Galway
  • The concept is basically; that the pieces we know and love are made up of scales, arpeggios, and the like.
    Lara St. John

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