scherzo

noun

scher·zo ˈskert-(ˌ)sō

plural scherzos or scherzi ˈskert-(ˌ)sē

: a sprightly humorous instrumental musical composition or movement commonly in quick triple time

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The energy was restored by a beefy, vivacious scherzo, boosted by sturdy bassoons and a gorgeous trio of horns. —

Michael Andor Brodeur, Washington Post, 10 Mar. 2024 The whimsical, bristling pizzicato-fest of the third movement scherzo would tickle any ASMR enthusiast — the dynamic gales blowing through the orchestra lifted harmonic swells to unexpected heights. —

Michael Andor Brodeur, Washington Post, 1 Dec. 2023 The orchestra delivered a performance to take pride in, with the first few movements punctuated memorably by the precise and powerful timpani accents of percussionist Toby Grace; the second movement scherzo was light on its feet without sacrificing gravitas. —

Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 21 Aug. 2023 The scherzo was crisp and memorable, providing, like Bruckner’s similar movements, a complete contrast. —

Dan Hathaway, cleveland, 6 Aug. 2023 See all Example Sentences for scherzo