The English word rondo comes from the Italian form of the French rondeau, which means "a little round". Today the word rondo is widely used … See more

In rondo form, a principal theme (sometimes called the "refrain") alternates with one or more contrasting themes, generally called "episodes", but also occasionally referred … See more

A well-known operatic vocal genre of the late 18th century, referred to at that time by the same name but distinguished today in English and … See more

• Rondo form in traditional marches from Limoux' carnival
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• Audio, Rondeau on YouTube, from Nouvelle Chaconne in E minor by Pierre-Montan Berton, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie [ See more

Rondo as a character-type (as distinct from the form) refers to music that is fast and vivacious – normally Allegro. Many classical rondos feature music of a popular or folk character. Music that has been designated as "rondo" normally subscribes to both the form … See more

Sources
• Hoppin, Richard H. (1978). "The Rondeau". Medieval Music. New York: W. W. Norton. ISBN 0-393-09090-6. See more