Music GCSE
Da capo
What Da capo means in Music GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Da capo
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
An opening section, a contrasting middle, then a return to the opening, which can mirror a text that restates its opening thought.
Topics that use Da capo
- Component 2: Composing - Brief 2: Vocal Music (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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Using Da capo in the exam
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