Notturno (Noun)
Meaning
A pensive lyrical piece of music (especially for the piano).
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The composer's nocturno was a beautiful, melancholic reflection of her sorrowful state of mind.
- The pianist's fingers danced across the keys as she played a Chopin nocturno with elegance and poise.
- The nocturno was a staple of the Romantic era, with many famous composers contributing to the genre.
- As the clock struck midnight, the musician sat down at the piano and began to play a haunting nocturno.
- The nocturno's dreamy, introspective quality made it the perfect accompaniment to a quiet evening at home.