sin·fo·niet·ta (s n f -ny t , -f -)n. 1. A symphony that is shorter than usual or that calls for fewer than the usual number of instruments. 2. A small symphony orchestra, especially one consisting of stringed instruments only. [Italian, diminutive of sinfonia, sinfonia; see sinfonia.] |
sinfonietta [ˌsɪnfənˈjɛtə -fəʊn-]
n
1. (Music / Classical Music) a short or light symphony
2. (Music / Classical Music) (capital when part of name) a small symphony orchestra
[Italian: a little symphony, from sinfonia]
Translations
sinfonietta
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