vivace
- A musical term indicating a tempo that is lively and brisk. adverbThe symphony's final movement was played vivace, bringing an energetic close to the performance.The pianist executed the vivace passage with remarkable agility and enthusiasm.
- Used as a direction in music to perform a piece in a lively and spirited manner. adjectiveThe conductor instructed the orchestra to play the section vivace to capture the joyful essence of the piece.In the score, the composer marked the transition to be played vivace, adding a burst of energy to the composition.