duende

Spanish composer

Definition

A quality of dark passion and mysterious power in Spanish artistic expression; an untranslatable spirit of authentic and deeply felt emotion.

Interpretive Guidance

Seek duende in moments of stark contrast and rhythmic abandon; it is found not in technical perfection but in emotional truth.

Context

Scope Used by Manuel de Falla
Language Spanish

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