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sinfonia

sinfonia

9.9
A loud bright sound on an organ made by special stops that blends like an ensemble
  • noun
  • /sɪnˈfoʊniə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : sinfonía
  • When the sinfonia was engaged, the church filled with a powerful, bright sound.

Examples

  • He adjusted the sinfonia to blend perfectly with the choir's voices.

  • The organist chose the sinfonia to create a festive atmosphere during the concert.

  • The organist used the sinfonia to enhance the choir's performance.

  • Can you hear the bright tone of the sinfonia?

  • The organist chose the sinfonia to create a festive atmosphere during the concert.

  • When the sinfonia was engaged, the church filled with a powerful, bright sound.

  • He adjusted the sinfonia to blend perfectly with the choir's voices.

Synonyms

diapason
vssinfonia
  • Specialized
9.9

A main part of a pipe organ that makes a full, rich sound

is brighter and more ensemble-like rather than the basic foundational tone

How Bright

sinfonia
  • Specialized
9.9
flue stop
  • Specialized
9.3

Surface Forms

sinfonia singular
sinfonias plural

Etymology

Sinfonia comes from Greek parts syn- and phon meaning 'together' and 'sound', the same root as symphony. On an organ, the sinfonia stop makes many notes blend into one bright, strong 'sound together', like a small orchestra.