Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
martellato
Adjective
/mɑːrˈtɛlɑːtoʊ/
Definition
A musical term indicating that a note or chord should be played with a hammer-like attack.
Examples
- The pianist played the passage martellato, emphasizing each note with precision.
- In the orchestra, the strings executed the martellato technique to add intensity to the piece.
Meaning
The term ‘martellato’ originates from Italian, meaning ‘hammered.’ It describes a style of playing where the notes are struck sharply and with force, creating a pronounced and articulated sound.
Synonyms
- Hammered
- Struck
- Articulated
