Larghetto tempo (60–66 BPM)
Larghetto is an Italian tempo marking meaning “rather broadly”, usually about 60–66 beats per minute. The metronome below is set to 63 BPM.
Larghetto
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- 60–66BPM (approx.)
- 63metronome preset
- 952 msper beat at 63
What does Larghetto mean?
Larghetto is a little less slow than Largo, around 60–66 BPM. It keeps a broad, lyrical character but moves with a bit more flow, which makes it popular for song-like slow movements.
Origin: Diminutive of largo ("a little broad").
How fast is Larghetto?
On most modern metronomes Larghetto covers roughly 60–66 BPM — that is a beat every 909–1000 ms. The BPM refers to the beat of the time signature (a quarter note in 4/4, a dotted quarter in 6/8 when it is felt in two). Try a few tempos within the range: 60 BPM, 63 BPM, 66 BPM.
Famous examples
- Chopin, Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor — the 2nd movement Larghetto
- Mozart, Clarinet Quintet in A, K. 581 — the 2nd movement Larghetto
Practice tips for Larghetto
- Around 60 BPM the click lines up with seconds, which makes it easy to feel.
- Practise singing the melody over the click to find natural phrasing.
- Keep accompaniment patterns perfectly even while the melody breathes.
All tempo markings
| Marking | Meaning | Approx. BPM |
|---|---|---|
| Larghissimo | as broadly as possible | 20–24 |
| Grave | grave, solemn, heavy | 25–45 |
| Largo | broad, wide | 40–60 |
| Lento | slow | 45–60 |
| Larghetto | rather broadly | 60–66 |
| Adagio | at ease, slowly | 66–76 |
| Andante | walking pace | 76–108 |
| Moderato | moderately | 108–120 |
| Allegretto | moderately fast, a little lively | 112–120 |
| Allegro | fast, lively, cheerful | 120–156 |
| Vivace | lively, vivacious | 156–176 |
| Presto | very fast, quickly | 168–200 |
| Prestissimo | as fast as possible | 200+ |
Slower: Lento · Faster: Adagio · Read the full tempo markings guide.
FAQ
What BPM is Larghetto?
Larghetto is usually played at about 60–66 BPM on a modern metronome. Ranges differ between sources and editions, and the music itself matters, so treat it as a guide.
What does Larghetto mean?
Larghetto is Italian for "rather broadly". Diminutive of largo ("a little broad").
Is Larghetto fast or slow?
Larghetto is a slow tempo, faster than Lento and slower than Adagio.