👉 Passemezzo is a term used in music notation to denote a short passage of musical notes. It is often used in the context of opera, where it is a brief section of music that is typically introduced by an actor or singer during their first line or entrance into the stage. In opera and other vocal performance contexts, "Passemezzo" refers to the opening phrase of the main theme of a musical piece. It is often used as a set of notes for the ensemble to play