Colossale

Colossal, enormous

"Colossale" is an Italian adjective that translates to "colossal" or "enormous" in English, conveying the meanings of "immensity" or "grand scale".

In music, "colossale" is an expression used to describe a piece, section, or passage that should be performed in a grand, monumental, or massive manner, evoking a sense of vastness and grandeur.

In other words, when encountering "colossale" in the context of music, performers should aim to create a performance that reflects the immense and monumental qualities of the composition, allowing the audience to experience a sense of grand scale and awe-inspiring musical presence.

Example of Colossale

Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No. 2 | Anna Vinnitskaya, Dresden Philharmonic & Marek Janowski