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Meaning of Impromptu | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2 Specialized
ɪmˈpɹɒmptju

Definitions

  1. A short musical composition for an informal occasion often with the character of improvisation and usually to be played solo.
  2. Any composition, musical or otherwise, that is created on the spot without preparation.

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Examples

“The second impromptu is a dance-like Allegretto in A flat major, with a trio in D flat major employing arpeggiated textures.”

CEFR level

C2
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