saltando sahl-TAHN-doe Your browser does not support the audio element. [ Italian ] Definition Proceeding in leaps or skips. In bowed string playing, a saltando is a technique of bouncing the bow across the strings, producing a rapid, staccato arpeggio. Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2016-06-10 19:09:04