rondo

[ ron-doh, ron-doh ]

noun

, Music.

, plural ron·dos.

1. a work or movement, often the last movement of a sonata, having one principal subject that is stated at least three times in the same key and to which return is made after the introduction of each subordinate theme.

rondo

/ ˈrɒndəʊ /

noun

1. a piece of music in which a refrain is repeated between episodes: often constitutes the form of the last movement of a sonata or concerto

Word History and Origins

Origin of rondo¹

1790–1800; < Italian < French rondeau; rondel

Word History and Origins

Origin of rondo¹

C18: from Italian, from French rondeau

Example Sentences

The reader will remember the composer's intention of playing there with Fontana his Rondo for two pianos.

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This desire the composer satisfies only partially in the last movement (Rondo vivace, 2-4, E major).

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As a slight requital of your kind souvenir, I take the liberty to send you some variations, and a Rondo with violin accompaniment.

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The last movement, a prefect rondo in form, returns to the mood and general style of the first.

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Rondo is one of those words of many relatives, both in our own English and other languages.

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