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art music

American  

noun

  1. music in the classical tradition, as opposed to popular or folk music.


art music British  

noun

  1. music written by a composer rather than passed on by oral tradition Compare folk music

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of art music

First recorded in 1790–1800

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Finkelstein pointed to copious data supporting the value of art, music and dance therapy for people with cognitive impairment.

From Barron's Jun. 15, 2026

I loved being surrounded by so many different types of people and exposed to art, music and culture.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 3, 2026

Bebe's parents have launched Bebe's Hive to provide creative sessions using art, music and storytelling to help bereaved children.

From BBC Jul. 14, 2025

Each missive includes art, music, poetry, a devotional writing and a piece of scripture that all relate to each other and revolve around themes of hope, peace, joy and love.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 30, 2024

It lingered at the edges of art music, popping up one moment in Chopin, or another in Debussy.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall

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