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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Basso Continuo.
Basso Continuo - as a noun
A bass part written out in full and accompanied by numbers to indicate the chords to be played
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
continuo10figured bassthorough bassExample Sentences
"The basso continuo provides the harmonic foundation for the music."
"The role of the basso continuo is typically played by a keyboard instrument."
"The basso continuo often includes a chordal instrument and a bass instrument."
"In a trio sonata, the basso continuo is typically played by two instruments."
"The basso continuo part is written with a figured bass notation."
