Mannheim
MAN-hime
[ German ]
Definition
In the mid-18th century, Mannheim became a great center of music in Germany. Due to the magnificent musicians and lively musical atmosphere of that town, several musical innovations took place there and were named after it.
- Mannheim roll (steamroller):
- Scale passages in measured tremolo, combined with a crescendo.
- Mannheim crescendo:
- Great crescendos and diminuendos that ranged from pianissimo to fortissimo.
- Mannheim rocket:
- Rapid upward arpeggio over a large range, combined with a crescendo.
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Last Updated: 2013-02-14 19:16:26