symphonic
has definitions from the field of music
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[ adjective ] relating to or characteristic or suggestive of a symphony
Examples "symphonic choir" Used in print (High Fidelity, 11:10...)Since it requires only five players , it would seem to fall_into the category of chamber_music - yet it calls_for a double_bass , an instrument generally regarded_as symphonic . Some renditions are of symphonic dimensions , with the contrabass given free_rein . Schnabel 's emphasis on structural clarity , his innate rhythmic vibrancy , and impetuous intensity all tend to stamp his reading as a symphonic one . The Hephzibah_Menuhin-Amadeus_Quartet ( Angel ) and Victor_Babin-Festival_Quartet ( RCA_Victor ) editions give us superlative string playing ( both in symphonic style ) crippled by unimaginative piano playing . Too many records seem to reduce a work of symphonic complexity to a melody and its accompaniment . Related terms |
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[ adjective ] (music) harmonious in sound
Synonyms Examples "the symphonic hum of a million insects" Related terms |
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