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Vibraphone (Noun)

Meaning

A percussion instrument similar to a xylophone but having metal bars and rotating disks in the resonators that produce a vibrato sound.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The jazz band's vibraphone player added a unique timbre to the ensemble's sound with his subtle vibrato technique.
  • In the percussion section of the orchestra, the vibraphone stood out for its shimmering, ethereal tones.
  • The composer specifically called for a vibraphone in the score to create an otherworldly atmosphere in the film's soundtrack.
  • The student spent hours practicing on the vibraphone, trying to master the delicate balance between mallet strike and resonance.
  • The avant-garde musician experimented with extended techniques on the vibraphone, using objects like glass slides and metal rods to create unusual sounds.

Synonyms

  • Vibraharp
  • Vibes

Hypernyms

  • Percussive Instrument
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