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classical music

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  1. A loose expression for European and American music of the more serious kind, as opposed to popular or folk music.


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Nearly three decades would pass before another truly singular sound—and this time, one almost entirely native—would again redefine American classical music.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 30, 2026

When she’s anxious, I can soothe her with classical music or a prerecorded voice note.

From Slate Jun. 20, 2026

Concerts are less formal and subdued than traditional classical music performances and are followed by workshops led by music therapists and teaching artists to encourage participation and imaginative engagement.

From Barron's Jun. 15, 2026

Before Ilaiyaraaja, a lot of film music was rooted in Indian classical music.

From BBC Jun. 6, 2026

She never listened to anything but classical music while she worked, because she said songs with words were too distracting.

From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

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