art music

noun

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

art music

noun

1. See folk music
   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

It has been, and still is, one of the most potent influences in the art-music of the world.

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Politics and religion—finance and agriculture—science and art—music and history, were all largely discussed.

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The art music of the time was polyphonic, that is, constructed by so interweaving melodies that harmonies resulted.

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The vocal solo had no place in their system and hence it never appears in the art music of their time.

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Old Job Senior was not a vegetarian; he went in for a higher art—music.

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Related Words

• chamber music