tenebroso

Italian composer

Definition

Dark, shadowy, sombre. Used as a character marking in Op.34 No.3.

Interpretive Guidance

Produce a muted, veiled tone rather than a loud, dramatic one. Tenebroso implies something concealed — mysterious rather than tragic. Keep the pedal a little more sustained to blend harmonics.

Context

Scope Used by Nikolai Medtner
Language Italian

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