program music

A form of art music, generally without vocal parts, that attempts to convey a scene, image, or mood.

Noun

  1. A form of art music, generally without vocal parts, that attempts to convey a scene, image, or mood.

    Synonyms: tone painting text painting word painting

    Antonyms: absolute music

Forms

programme music

Related

character piece

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