Pastiche (Noun)
Meaning 1
A musical composition consisting of a series of songs or other musical pieces from various sources.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The orchestra performed a pastiche of jazz standards and Broadway show tunes, blending disparate styles into a cohesive and engaging concert.
- The film's score was a pastiche of famous waltzes, weaving together the familiar melodies into a new narrative thread.
- The musician's pastiche of rock ballads and country songs showcased her versatility as a singer and songwriter.
- The composer intentionally crafted a pastiche of baroque and contemporary styles to highlight the timelessness of the lyrics.
- The revue's pastiche of songs from the 1950s and 60s allowed the performers to pay tribute to the iconic artists of the era.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A work of art that imitates the style of some previous work.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.