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movement (of a musical composition)
A self-contained section of a larger musical work such as a symphony, sonata, or concerto, each with its own tempo, key, and character. Referred to by number (第一楽章, 第二楽章, etc.).
第一楽章が始まった。
The first movement began.
この交響曲は四つの楽章からなる。
This symphony consists of four movements.
第三楽章のテンポが速すぎるという批評もあった。
There was also criticism that the tempo of the third movement was too fast.
A music term referring to a distinct section of a larger composition such as a symphony, sonata, or concerto. Each 楽章 is a self-contained section with its own tempo, key, and character. Typically referred to by number: 第一楽章, 第二楽章, etc.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 第～楽章: ~th movement
- 楽章間: between movements
- 終楽章: final movement (also called 最終楽章)
TYPICAL STRUCTURE (symphony):
- 第一楽章: usually fast (Allegro)
- 第二楽章: usually slow (Adagio/Andante)
- 第三楽章: dance or scherzo
- 第四楽章: fast finale
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 楽曲 — musical piece/composition (the whole work)
- 楽節 — musical phrase (smaller unit within a movement)