An intermezzo is a short musical composition that is typically performed between larger sections of a longer work, such as an opera or symphony. It serves as a brief interlude or break in the main action.
Cadenza: A cadenza is a solo passage in a concerto where the performer can showcase their technical skills and improvisation abilities.
Interlude: An interlude is similar to an intermezzo, but it can also refer to a short piece of music played between two larger sections within the same movement.
Transition: A transition is a musical passage that connects two different sections or themes together, helping to smoothly move from one idea to another.
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