symphonies

Meanings

• noun

  A large-scale composition for orchestra or an orchestra and chorus, usually having several connected movements and exploring a wide range of tonal and textural contrasts.

  - "Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 is one of the most famous symphonies in Western music."
  - "The symphony was written in 1808 and premiered in Vienna."

• noun

  A musical composition for a full orchestra.

  - "Mahler's Symphony No. 8 is known for its large chorus and soloists."
  - "The symphony was inspired by Goethe's Faust."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with symphonies
phonies , sympathies , tonies

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Variants

List of all variants of symphonies that leads to same result
symphonies , symphony

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'symphōniein', meaning 'to sound together'.

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Trivia

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1. The first symphony was written by Johann Christian Friedrich Hölderin in 1725.

2. Symphonies were originally written for dance, with each movement corresponding to a different dance form.

3. The longest symphony ever written is the 'Symphonie Fantastique' by Hector Berlioz, which lasts for about 45 minutes.

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Related Concepts

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1. Classical music: Symphonies are a significant part of the classical music tradition.

2. Orchestra: An orchestra is the ensemble of musicians and instruments that perform symphonies.

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Culture

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Symphonies have been an essential part of Western classical music since the late 18th century. They are typically composed of several movements, each with its unique character and mood. Symphonies have been used to express various emotions and ideas, from the sublime to the tragic.

How to Memorize "symphonies"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the orchestra as a large group of musicians playing their instruments in harmony.
   - Imagine the conductor leading the orchestra through the various movements of the symphony.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'symphony' with the image of a grand orchestra performing a complex piece of music.
   - Think of the symphony as a musical painting, with each movement representing a different scene.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'SOAR' to remember the four movements of a typical symphony: Sonata Form, Orchestral Interlude, Adagio, and Rondo.

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