harmonium

Meanings

• noun

  A musical instrument that produces sound from a reservoir of compressed air when the keys are pressed.

  - "She played a beautiful melody on the harmonium during the concert."
  - "The harmonium was an essential instrument in the small church where I grew up."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with harmonium
armadillo , mellifluo , stupor , porpoise

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Variants

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harmonium , harmoniums

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Etymology

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The harmonium was invented in the late 1800s and takes its name from the Greek word 'harmonia,' meaning 'agreement' or 'concord.'

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Trivia

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1. The harmonium was one of the first musical instruments that could be easily transported and used in small spaces.

2. The harmonium was popularized in the West by the composer Claude Debussy.

3. The harmonium is sometimes used in conjunction with other instruments, such as the sitar or tabla, in Indian classical music.

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Related Concepts

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1. organ: The harmonium is sometimes compared to the organ due to its ability to produce a wide range of sounds and its use in religious music.

2. accordion: The harmonium and the accordion are related instruments, as they both use compressed air to produce sound.

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Culture

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The harmonium has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in India, where it is known as the 'Sruti Box.' It is often used in religious and classical music, as well as in folk music.

How to Memorize "harmonium"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the shape and size of a harmonium. Imagine the keys and the reservoir of compressed air.
   - Think about the sound that comes out of the harmonium when the keys are pressed.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the harmonium with music and religious ceremonies.
   - Think about the sound of a harmonium and how it differs from other musical instruments.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that the harmonium is a musical instrument that uses compressed air to produce sound.
   - Think of the word 'harmony' to remember the name of the instrument.

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