dolce

Definition: The Italian musical term dolce, meaning “sweet,” is an indication to play in a tender, adoring manner; to play sweetly with a light touch. Dolce is often used with other musical commands, as in “allegretto dolce e con affetto”: semi-quick, sweet, and with affection.


See dolcissimo.

Also Known As:

• doux (Fr)
• süss (Ger)

Pronunciation: doal'-chay







More Musical Terms:

• accelerando
• D.C. al coda
• whole step
• grand staff
• legato