ponticello
(pon-ti-cel-lo)
4 syllables
Definition
adverb. or
adjective. in string playing an indication to bow very near to the bridge producing a characteristic glassy sound which emphasizes the higher harmonics
adjective. in string playing an indication to bow very near to the bridge producing a characteristic glassy sound which emphasizes the higher harmonics
Example Sentence
The piece was to be played sul ponticello.
Synonyms
near the bridge; close to the bridge; bow near the bridge
Antonyms
away from the bridge
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