Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
piu
Adverb
/ˈpjuː/
Definition
A musical term indicating to play or sing more softly or with a delicate touch.
Examples
- The conductor instructed the orchestra to play ‘piu piano’ during the soft passage.
- When singing the chorus, the choir was asked to perform ‘piu dolce’ to convey the emotion of the song.
Meaning
In music, ‘piu’ signifies an increase in volume or intensity when accompanied by other terms, indicating a more nuanced performance.
Synonyms
- more gently
- softly
- with more tenderness
