gravissima
Definition of the Latin term gravissima in music:
- organ stop of 64' or 32' pitch producing very deep notes by combining two higher notes, whose harmonic interaction creates the impression of a deeper note (equivalent to "Acoustic Bass", "Harmonic Bass" or "Resultant Bass" in English and "Basse acoustique" in French)
Language
Latin
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Combinations
Latin musical terms that include gravissima:
- vox gravissima – organ stop of 64' or 32' pitch producing very deep...
Related terms
Latin musical terms related to gravissima:
- cuculus – cuckoo (bird)...
- vox coelestis – organ stop of 8' pitch with slightly detuned pipes...