obbligato

[US]/ˌɒblɪˈɡɑːtəʊ/
[UK]/ˌɑːblɪˈɡɑːtoʊ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.an essential part of a musical composition; an accompanying voice or instrument
adj.indispensable; necessary
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

obbligato part

obbligato line

obbligato instrument

obbligato passage

obbligato style

obbligato melody

obbligato section

obbligato feature

obbligato theme

obbligato role

Example Sentences

in the concerto, the violin part is obbligato.

the obbligato melody adds depth to the composition.

many musicians consider the obbligato to be essential.

the singer performed the obbligato beautifully.

in baroque music, the obbligato often features prominent instruments.

the composer wrote an obbligato for the flute.

obbligato passages require skilled performers.

the obbligato section is crucial for the overall performance.

she played the obbligato line with great precision.

understanding the role of obbligato is important for musicians.

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