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Meaning of basso continuo

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basso continuo

noun

Definitions

  1. The continuous realization of harmony throughout a musical piece, usually by a harpsichord and/or cello, typical of the Baroque period. Abbreviation: bc.

    Synonyms:bccontinuo
Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/basso%20continuo

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