Dolce

Definition

The Italian musical term "dolce" (“sweet; sweetly”) is an indication to play in a tender, adoring manner; to play sweetly with a light touch. By itself, dolce may indicate a slow, gentle tempo. However, it is often combined with other musical commands, as in “allegretto dolce e con affetto”: semi-quick, sweet, and with affection.

See dolcissimo.

Also Known As:

• con dolcezza; dolcemente (It)
• doucement (Fr)
• süss; weich (Ger)

Pronunciation: dohl'-chayMore Italian Musical Terms:

• allargando
• smorzando
• rallentando
• a piacere

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