Oboe D'amore (Noun)
Meaning
An oboe pitched a minor third lower than the ordinary oboe; used to perform baroque music.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The oboe d'amore's rich, mellow sound added a new dimension to the baroque ensemble's performance of Bach's cantatas.
- In the early 18th century, the oboe d'amore was a staple instrument in many European orchestras, particularly those specializing in baroque music.
- Composers like Telemann and Vivaldi often featured the oboe d'amore in their concertos and suites to take advantage of its unique timbre.
- The musician carefully adjusted the reed on her oboe d'amore to achieve the perfect balance of pitch and tone for the evening's performance.
- During the baroque period, the oboe d'amore was often used to play the alto voice in ensemble pieces, adding depth and complexity to the overall sound.