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program music

 

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Noun program music has 1 sense
  1. program music, programme music - musical compositions intended to evoke images or remind the listener of events
    --1 is a kind of musical composition, opus, composition, piece, piece of music

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Program Music

Program music refers to a genre of music that aims to depict or tell a story without the use of words. It is usually instrumental and often includes specific instructions or a narrative provided by the composer to guide the listener's interpretation.

Sense 1: Genre

In its broadest sense, program music encompasses compositions that aim to convey a specific idea, emotion, or narrative through music.

Example sentence: "Tchaikovsky's symphonic poem '1812 Overture' is a popular example of program music, as it depicts the events of the historic French invasion of Russia."

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Sense 2: Local Usage

In certain regions or contexts, program music may refer to a specific style or subgenre of music that is popular locally.

Example sentence: "In the Caribbean, program music often incorporates elements of calypso, reggae, and traditional folk tunes to create lively and energetic compositions."

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