symphonically
In orchestral fashion
Symphonically describes something done in the manner of a symphony—with the layered complexity, coordination, and grandeur associated with orchestral music.
It most often characterizes how sounds blend or build: The choir and orchestra worked symphonically to create a wall of sound.
The word extends to non-musical contexts where multiple elements combine harmoniously into something larger: The flavors developed symphonically across the palate.
Elaborately detailed, many parts
- elaborateComplex and detailed
- multilayeredHaving multiple strata
- contrapuntalInterlocking independent melodies
- fugalIn counterpoint style
modulating · chromatic · dense · structured · sophisticated · interweaving · thematic · developmental
Large instrumental ensemble
- conductorOne who directs musicians
- ensembleUnified group or outfit
- stringsThin flexible lines
- brassCopper-zinc metal mixture
woodwinds · percussion · overture · chamber · score · baton · tutti · section
Exceptionally beautiful or impressive
- majesticImpressively dignified and beautiful
- sweepingExtensive and far-reaching
- epicImpressively grand in scope
- monumentalExceptionally large or significant
soaring · resplendent · triumphant · imposing · stirring · powerful · dramatic · climactic
Pleasingly in accord
- consonantIn agreement with
- blendedMixed into uniformity
- chordalRelating to chords
- polyphonicHaving multiple melodic lines
interwoven · layered · counterpoint · unified · balanced · cohesive · synchronized · resonant
intricate
Elaborately detailed, many parts
- elaborateComplex and detailed
- multilayeredHaving multiple strata
- contrapuntalInterlocking independent melodies
fugal · modulating · chromatic · dense · structured · sophisticated · interweaving · thematic · developmental · polyrhythmic
orchestra
Large instrumental ensemble
brass · woodwinds · percussion · overture · chamber · score · baton · tutti · section · movement
magnificent
Exceptionally beautiful or impressive
- majesticImpressively dignified and beautiful
- sweepingExtensive and far-reaching
- epicImpressively grand in scope
monumental · soaring · resplendent · triumphant · imposing · stirring · powerful · dramatic · climactic · thunderous
harmonious
Pleasingly in accord
polyphonic · interwoven · layered · counterpoint · unified · balanced · cohesive · synchronized · resonant · accordant
symphonicallysparsely
In a thin manner
minimally · simply · austerely · unaccompanied · solo
symphonicallyunmusically
Without melodic quality
discordantly · cacophonously · inharmoniously · dissonantly · tunelessly
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