= Pizzicato
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Pizzicato is a musical technique primarily used for stringed instruments, where the player plucks the strings with their fingers instead of using a bow. This technique can produce a distinct, sharp sound and is often used for artistic effect in various musical genres, including classical, jazz, and contemporary music. In written music, pizzicato is typically notated with the abbreviation "pizz." and is contrasted with "arco," which indicates that the musician should return to bowing.
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