flautando

[ Italian , flute-like ]

Definition

Directive to create a flute-like sound with a bowed stringed instrument (typically a violin) by moving the bow lightly on the string near or at the fingerboard. This effect can also be created by using harmonics.

See Also

[English] at the fingerboard
[French] sur la touche
[German] am Griffbrett
[Italian] sul tasto
[Italian] sulla tastiera

Last Updated: 2016-05-25 13:15:03