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How is solenne played?
The performer plays in a solemn, weighty manner, often broad in pace and grave in tone, suited to ceremonial, funereal or sacred contexts. It is the Italian counterpart to the German feierlich and frequently qualifies a tempo word (e.g. 'Largo solenne') or stands as a character heading. As a mood rather than a strict speed, it inclines the music toward breadth and seriousness. It is used generically across the repertoire rather than being the signature of any single composer.
How does solenne sound?
Grave and dignified — music of ceremonial, often sacred solemnity.
In context
The standard glossary gloss is simply 'solemn'. It is the Italian equivalent of the German feierlich and is used generally across the repertoire rather than tied to a specific composer.