symphonic
[sim-fon-ik]
- Music. of, for, pertaining to, or having the character of a symphony or symphony orchestra.
- of or relating to symphony or harmony of sounds.
- characterized by similarity of sound, as words.
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Origin of symphonic
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Contemporary Examples
But Samuragochi received sole credit, and such an arrangement would be a complete no-no in the symphonic realm.
“On Mr. Fox, at first there was talk about using a symphonic orchestra,” he continues.
In the 19th century, Franz Liszt set about translating some of the greatest works of literature into symphonic tone poems.
Historical Examples
It is the Pandaean mystery unfolded with symphonic accompaniment.
Adventures in the ArtsMarsden Hartley
After Beethoven, he said symphonic form could proceed no higher.
Woman's Work in MusicArthur Elson
The symphonic poem, "Edris," was also 380 performed by the Thomas Orchestra.
Contemporary American ComposersRupert Hughes
It is a symphonic prologue to Heine's tragedy, "William Ratcliff."
Contemporary American ComposersRupert Hughes
The 242 modern writer does much better with the symphonic poem.
Contemporary American ComposersRupert Hughes
Word Origin and History for symphonic
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