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viola d'amore

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun viola d'amore has 1 sense
  1. viola d'amore - viol that is the tenor of the viol family
    --1 is a kind of
    viol

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Term: Viola d'amore

Description:

Viola d'amore is a musical instrument that belongs to the violin family. It is known for its distinctive sound and romantic character. The term "viola d'amore" literally translates to "viola of love" in Italian, which accurately reflects its rich and sentimental tone.

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Noun (Musical Instrument):

The Viola d'amore is a bowed string instrument that features additional sympathetic strings, which vibrate sympathetically with the played strings, creating a resonant and unique timbre.

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Sample Sentences:

  • The beautiful melodies of the Viola d'amore echoed through the concert hall.
  • She was enchanted by the somber tones of the Viola d'amore.
  • The Viola d'amore's sympathetic strings added a haunting quality to the music.
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