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Definition of «timbre»

Timbre refers to the quality or characteristic sound of a musical instrument, voice, or group of instruments. It is often described as the color or tone of the sound and can be used to distinguish between different types of instruments or voices. Timbre is influenced by factors such as the size, shape, and material of an instrument's body, the length and tension of its strings, and the type of wood used in a stringed instrument. In vocal music, timbre is affected by factors such as range, resonance, and vibrato.

Usage examples

  1. The timbre of her voice was rich and velvety, creating a soothing and calming effect on the listener.
  2. The timbre of the violinist's performance added an emotional depth and resonance to the music.
  3. The unique timbre of a saxophone gives jazz music its characteristic sound and warmth.
  4. The timbre of the thunderous drums created an intense and powerful atmosphere during the concert.
  5. The singer's high-pitched timbre cut through the mix of instruments, grabbing the audience's attention.

Phrases with «timbre»

Sentences with «timbre»

  • He overwhelmed the delicate emotional timbres of Atonement, Ian McEwan's wrenching wonder of a novel, with Dario Marianelli's clacking score and a heap of overeager visual ta - das, most notably a stunningly mounted but largely unnecessary five - minute tracking shot on the beaches of — you guessed it — Dunkirk. (vanityfair.com)
  • Throughout the rev range, there is an earnest but hardly entertaining exhaust note, which undergoes various changes in timbre as you near the 6500rpm cut - out, but sadly never really fulfils its aural potential in the way some rivals manage. (autocar.co.uk)
  • In the vocal mix are such unique timbres as Hulk Hogan and Ozzy Osborne. (seligfilmnews.com)
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