Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a-tempo
Adverb
/ə ˈtɛmpoʊ/
Definition
A musical term indicating to return to the original speed after a deviation.
Examples
- The conductor signaled the orchestra to play a-tempo after the slowing in the previous passage.
- After the brief pause, the pianist resumed a-tempo, bringing energy back to the piece.
Meaning
Used in music to instruct musicians to play at the tempo previously established after a section played at a different speed.
Synonyms
- at the original speed
- returning to tempo
