alla marcia
Derived from Italian, "alla marcia" directs musicians to play in a march-like style, characterized by a steady, rhythmic beat.
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Definition
C1Musical Notation
(technical, academic)A directive to play a passage with the rhythmic and structured qualities of a march, typically in 2/4 or 4/4 time.
Example
- The composer marked the section 'alla marcia' to evoke the feeling of a parade.
- When the orchestra reached the 'alla marcia' passage, the music took on a lively and rhythmic character.
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