art music

noun

1. music in the classical tradition, as opposed to popular or folk music.

art music

noun

1. music written by a composer rather than passed on by oral tradition Compare folk music

Word History and Origins

Origin of art music¹

First recorded in 1790–1800

Example Sentences

You put out art, music and films for economic returns and things of that nature because it is a business.

From Los Angeles Times

“I feel so completely grateful to have been asked to open the Paris @Olympics 2024 this year. I am also humbled to be asked by the Olympics organizing committee to sing such a special French song — a song to honor the French people and their tremendous history of art, music, and theatre,” she wrote on Instagram after the show.

From Los Angeles Times

This week we bring you The Creators, who are leaving their mark in film, art, music and more.

From Los Angeles Times

This week we bring you The Creators, who are leaving their mark in film, art, music and more.

From Los Angeles Times

This week we bring you The Creators, who are leaving their mark in film, art, music and more.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• chamber music