noun
- plural of rubato; instances of flexible tempo in musical performance where the strict time is temporarily abandoned for expressive effect
Usage: music
Examples
- The pianist’s rubatos added emotional depth to the romantic piece.
- Her performance featured several dramatic rubatos in the slow movement.
- The conductor encouraged subtle rubatos during the lyrical passages.
- Too many rubatos can disrupt the overall flow of the music.
- The violinist’s expressive rubatos brought tears to the audience’s eyes.
- Classical musicians often use rubatos to enhance phrasing.