pianissimo
Example Sentences
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On Friday, however, her sound was often comparatively bright and extreme — the sfordanzos true explosions, the pianissimos exquisitely soft-spoken.
From New York Times
Claudio Arrau there is very special; it’s such a wonderful moment with these triple pianissimos — finding that beautiful color, and where to take the time.
From New York Times
This is a psychological horror film played mostly at pianissimo.
From New York Times
They can swing, but the tempos tend toward slow and the volume is often pianissimo, no pun intended.
From Washington Times
Frequently turning to the pianist to observe every nuance, he matched Lang Lang pianissimo for pianissimo, and rose with him to the more rollicking passages of the finale.
From Seattle Times
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