con sordino

Italian universal

Definition

With mute — using the soft pedal, or in some historical contexts, indicating the absence of sustain pedal.

Interpretive Guidance

The opposite of senza sordino. On modern pianos, generally understood as una corda or simply soft playing. Context determines meaning.

Context

Scope Universal term
Language Italian

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