An interlude is a short musical passage that occurs between larger sections or movements within a composition. It provides contrast, relief, or transition between different parts of a piece.
Bridge: A section that connects two contrasting parts of a song or composition.
Cadenza: An improvised or written-out solo passage, often found in concertos, where the soloist showcases their virtuosity.
Transition: A musical passage that leads from one section or key to another, smoothing out the change and creating coherence.
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