A Toccata is a type of classical music piece that originated in the Baroque period. It is usually a fast-paced, virtuosic composition that is often improvisatory in nature. It is typically written for keyboard instruments such as the organ or harpsichord, and is characterized by its rapid, repetitive, and often dramatic passages. The term 'Toccata' is derived from the Italian word for 'TOUCH', referring to the technique of playing the instrument with a light TOUCH.