capo KAH-poe Your browser does not support the audio element. [ Italian , head ] Definition 1. A device for transposing a fretted string instrument such as the guitar. See also Barre. 2. Da capo - a directive to the performer to go back to the beginning of the composition. Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2016-05-20 20:14:05