noun
- Plural of andantino; a musical tempo marking slightly faster than andante but slower than allegretto.
Usage: musical term; Italian origin; used in classical and contemporary music notation
Examples
- The composer marked the second movement andantinos to indicate a moderately slow pace.
- Several andantinos appear throughout the symphony, providing rhythmic variety.
- The string quartet performed the passage at andantinos tempo, creating a gentle, flowing effect.
- Musicians must understand the distinction between andante and andantinos when interpreting the score.