varying tempi throughout the piece

/ˈvɛəriɪŋ ˈtɛmpi θruːˈaʊt ðə piːs/

phrase

  1. Different speeds are used at different points in a musical composition, rather than maintaining one steady tempo from beginning to end.

    B2

    musical phrase

    • "The song has varying tempi throughout the piece."B1
    • "The conductor emphasized the importance of varying tempi throughout the piece to convey different emotions."B2
    • "Varying tempi throughout the piece create contrast between the reflective and dramatic sections."C1