Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
subito
Adverb
/suːˈbiːtoʊ/
Definition
A musical term indicating something that should be played suddenly or immediately.
Examples
- Play the piano subito louder in this section.
- The conductor signaled for a subito change in tempo during the performance.
- In the score, you will notice a subito marking that calls for an immediate crescendo.
Meaning
In music, ‘subito’ is used to instruct performers to change dynamics or tempo suddenly.
Synonyms
- Suddenly
- Instantly
- Immediately
