attack
(Ah-TAK)
[Eng.]
The method or clearness of beginning a phrase. The term is applied to solo or ensemble music, either vocal or instrumental. The attack is an important part of articulation.
See also [Eng.] attack;
[Fr.] attaque (f);
[Ger.] Anstoß (m);
[It.] attacco (m).
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