noun
- the notes of a chord played in rapid succession rather than simultaneously
Usage: music
Examples
- The pianist played a beautiful arpeggio at the beginning of the piece.
- She practiced arpeggios to improve her finger technique.
- The harpist’s arpeggios created a cascading waterfall of sound.
- The guitar solo featured several rapid arpeggios.
- Students often struggle with playing smooth arpeggios on the violin.
- The composer wrote intricate arpeggios throughout the concerto.