Definition of extemporizationnext
as in improvisation
something that is performed, made, or done without preparation a guitar extemporization

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improvisation
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  • The students have been studying jazz big band repertoire, improvisation techniques and the art of ensemble performance weekly with Larson, Rick Salonen from the University of Arkansas and Ryan Yumang from the University of North Texas.
    Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 25 Apr. 2026
  • His practice hinges on improvisation, resulting in blunt, expressive, and unpredictable work.
    Maxie Younger, Pitchfork, 21 Apr. 2026
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“Extemporization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extemporization. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.

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