xylorimba

/ ˌzaɪləˈrɪmbə /

noun

1. a large xylophone with an extended range of five octaves

Word History and Origins

Origin of xylorimba¹

C20: xylo ( phone ) + ( ma ) rimba

Example Sentences

The percussion is especially important — soloist roles for the xylorimba and glockenspiel as well as for the piano and horn, the four protagonists of the piece.

From Seattle Times

With alto flute, viola, guitar, vibraphone and xylorimba prominent in the ensemble, the soundworld irresistibly recalls Boulez's Le Marteau Sans Maître, though the musical syntax and vocal lines are very different.

From The Guardian

In another section, the flute meanders insouciantly over an animated background of xylorimba and bongo drums.

From Time Magazine Archive