chamber music

noun

: music and especially instrumental ensemble music intended for performance in a private room or small auditorium and usually having one performer for each part

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The Summer with the Symphony chamber music series returns with seven candlelit concerts from May 14 to July 24 in Fort Lauderdale, Coral Gables and Key West. Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026 The chamber music group has played together for 35 years. Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026 Through orchestra, chamber music, and even haphazard improv with friends, music has acted as a bridge to understanding others and continuing to explore and learn with them. Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026 Inspired by the flavors of Italy, the event included a five-course masterpiece dinner prepared by renowned chefs, a variety of chamber music performances, and more. Rancho Santa Fe Review, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for chamber music

Word History

First Known Use

1615, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of chamber music was in 1615

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chamber music

noun
: instrumental music to be performed by a few musicians in a room or small hall

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