Forzandos

/fɔrˈzɑndoʊz/ noun

Definition

plural of forzando; multiple instances or instructions to play with sudden force.

Etymology

From Italian 'forzando' + English plural suffix '-s'. The plural form of the musical direction.

Kelly Says

Composers love piling these into a single measure—'forzandos everywhere!'—creating a staccato punch of emphasized notes that makes music dramatic!

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