solo part
One performer's spotlight
A solo part is a passage in a musical composition performed by a single voice or instrument, distinct from ensemble sections.
The soloist takes the spotlight while other performers accompany or remain silent: She practiced her solo part for weeks before the concert.
In orchestral works, solo parts often showcase technical virtuosity or emotional depth.
- ariaOperatic solo piece
- cadenzaExtended solo passage
- spotlightConcentrated illumination source
- center stagePosition of maximum attention
- improvisationSpontaneous, unplanned creation
virtuoso · lead singer · monologue · unaccompanied · melody · lead · feature · breakout · showcase · performer · stage · microphone · applause · standing ovation · take a bow · verse · riff · instrumental
- vocal musicsong, vocals, soprano, tenor, alto
- vocal partssoprano, alto, tenor, bass, mezzo-soprano
- opera partsaria, libretto, recitative, duet, trio
- sheet musicsheet music, treble clef, score, notes, scores
solo parttutti
Full ensemble passage
ensemble work · chorus · duet · trio · quartet
solo partaccompaniment
Supplementary support element
supporting role · background vocals · backing vocals · rhythm section · underscore
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