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Agitato

usgb/ˌædʒɪˈtɑːtəʊ/Volume
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Musical EmotionPlay
Agitato indicates intense feelings in music, often related to anxiety or agitation. SlideThe composer marked the score 'agitato' to show emotional turmoil.
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Used in music to suggest a change in tempo, typically becoming faster to add drama. SlideDuring the agitato section, the pianist's hands moved rapidly across the keys.
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Dramatic EffectPlay
In a musical piece, 'agitato' creates a sense of urgency and tension. SlideThe orchestra's agitato playing heightened the scene's suspense.