An interlude is a short musical passage that occurs between larger sections or movements within a composition. It provides contrast, relief, or transition between different parts of a piece.
Related terms
Bridge: A section that connects two contrasting parts of a song or composition.
Cadenza: An improvised or written-out solo passage, often found in concertos, where the soloist showcases their virtuosity.
Transition: A musical passage that leads from one section or key to another, smoothing out the change and creating coherence.