Moderato
/ˌmɑːdəˈrɑːtəʊ/
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Music Instruction
Indicates a specific speed in music, neither too fast nor too slow. 
The sheet music shows 'moderato', ensuring the melody flows smoothly without rushing.
Pro Tip 2/3Pace Nuance
Understanding 'moderato' helps interpret the emotional character of a musical piece. 
He played the sonata moderato, expressing its lyrical quality.
Pro Tip 3/3Temporal Context
'Moderato' reflects a period's musical style, like the tempo common in Romantic era compositions. 
This concerto's moderato tempo is typical of 19th-century music.