What is another word for nocturnes?

Pronunciation: [nˈɒktɜːnz] (IPA)

Nocturnes, which refer to musical compositions that are evocative of night-time or night-like atmospheres, have been popular for centuries. Some synonyms for these compositions include serenades, lullabies, and melodies of the night. Other terms that could be used to describe nocturnes include nocturnal music, moonlit melodies, and after-dark compositions. These synonyms all suggest a sense of calmness, tranquility, and peacefulness that is often associated with the nighttime. Regardless of what they are called, these compositions are cherished by many music lovers for their gentle, soothing tones that can embody the peacefulness of a quiet night.

What are the hypernyms for Nocturnes?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Nocturnes

  • It is known that Whistler when asked how long it took him to paint one of his "nocturnes" answered: "All of my life." With the same rigor he could have said that all of the centuries that preceded the moment when he painted were necessary. From that correct application of the law of causality it follows that the slightest event presupposes the inconceivable universe and, conversely, that the universe needs even the slightest of events.
    Jorge Luis Borges

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