Definitions
- Describing a gradual slowing down of the tempo in music. - Referring to a broadening or widening of the musical phrasing. - Talking about a musical direction to play with a more relaxed and expansive style.
- Describing a gradual decrease in tempo in music. - Referring to a musical direction to play with a slowing down or slackening of the pace. - Talking about a musical direction to play with a gradual decrease in speed.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are musical terms used to indicate a gradual slowing down of tempo.
- 2Both are used to create a sense of relaxation and ease in the music.
- 3Both are used to add expression and feeling to the music.
- 4Both are often used towards the end of a musical piece or section.
- 5Both are used to create a sense of closure or resolution in the music.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Allargando is used to indicate a broadening or widening of the musical phrasing, while rallentando is used to indicate a slowing down or slackening of the pace.
- 2Intensity: Allargando is typically used to create a sense of grandeur or expansiveness, while rallentando is used to create a sense of relaxation or ease.
- 3Effect: Allargando creates a sense of expansion or growth in the music, while rallentando creates a sense of winding down or conclusion.
- 4Timing: Allargando is often used earlier in a piece or section, while rallentando is often used towards the end.
Remember this!
Allargando and rallentando are both musical terms used to indicate a gradual slowing down of tempo. However, allargando is used to indicate a broadening or widening of the musical phrasing, while rallentando is used to indicate a slowing down or slackening of the pace. Additionally, allargando creates a sense of expansion or growth in the music, while rallentando creates a sense of winding down or conclusion.
