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Glockenspiel

Definition:

A glockenspiel is a musical instrument consisting of a set of tuned metal bars played with mallets. It is similar to a xylophone but has a higher pitch and a more delicate and bright sound.

Senses:

1. Noun: A percussion instrument made of metal bars.
2. Noun: A set of metal bars or plates used as a musical instrument.
3. Noun: The musical piece composed for or performed on a glockenspiel.

Usage Examples:

1. Noun - Glockenspiel as a Percussion Instrument

• My daughter plays the glockenspiel in her school band.
• The glockenspiel's metallic sound adds a unique touch to the orchestra's performance.

2. Noun - Set of Metal Bars or Plates

• The glockenspiel consists of 25 metal bars of different sizes.
• He meticulously arranged the glockenspiel's plates in ascending order of pitch.

3. Noun - Piece of Music for Glockenspiel

• The composer incorporated a beautiful glockenspiel solo in the symphony.
• She practiced the glockenspiel part of the song until she mastered it.

Related Products:

• Glockenspiel Mallets
• Glockenspiel Music Books
• Glockenspiel Stand