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Meaning of "timpani" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD TIMPANI

From Italian, pl of timpano kettledrum, from Latin: tympanum.
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PRONUNCIATION OF TIMPANI

timpani  [ˈtɪmpənɪ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF TIMPANI

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adverb
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Timpani is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES TIMPANI MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Timpani

Timpani, or kettledrums, are musical instruments in the percussion family. A type of drum, they consist of a skin called a head stretched over a large bowl traditionally made of copper. They are played by striking the head with a specialized drum stick called a timpani stick or timpani mallet. Timpani evolved from military drums to become a staple of the classical orchestra by the last third of the 18th century. Today, they are used in many types of musical ensembles including concert, marching, and even some rock bands. Timpani is an Italian plural, the singular of which is timpano. However, in informal English speech a single instrument is rarely called a timpano: several are more typically referred to collectively as kettledrums, timpani, temple drums, or simply timps. They are also often incorrectly termed timpanis. A musician who plays the timpani is a timpanist.

Definition of timpani in the English dictionary

The definition of timpani in the dictionary is a set of kettledrums, two or more in number Often shortened to: timps.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH TIMPANI


accompany
əˈkʌmpənɪ
Albany
ˈɔːlbənɪ
Anthony
ˈæntənɪ
Antony
ˈæntənɪ
balcony
ˈbælkənɪ
Bethany
ˈbɛθənɪ
Brittany
ˈbrɪtənɪ
ceremony
ˈsɛrɪmənɪ
colony
ˈkɒlənɪ
company
ˈkʌmpənɪ
ebony
ˈɛbənɪ
Germany
ˈdʒɜːmənɪ
harmony
ˈhɑːmənɪ
mahogany
məˈhɒɡənɪ
symphony
ˈsɪmfənɪ
tenpenny
ˈtɛnpənɪ
testimony
ˈtɛstɪmənɪ
tiffany
ˈtɪfənɪ
tympani
ˈtɪmpənɪ
tympany
ˈtɪmpənɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE TIMPANI

timocratical
timolol
timon
timoneer
Timor
Timor pony
Timor Sea
Timor-Leste
Timorese
timorous
timorously
timorousness
timorsome
Timoshenko
Timothy
timothy grass
timously
timpana
timpanist
timps

WORDS THAT END LIKE TIMPANI

afghani
ani
anziani
Armani
Azerbaijani
bani
biryani
Dani
frangipani
Guarani
Hindustani
maharani
Mani
mopani
native frangipani
Omani
Pakistani
rani
Romani
Trapani

Synonyms and antonyms of timpani in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «timpani» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF TIMPANI

Find out the translation of timpani to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of timpani from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «timpani» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

定音鼓
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

timbales
570 millions of speakers

English

timpani
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

टिंपनो
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الطبول
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

литавры
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

tímpanos
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

টিম্পেনি
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

timbales
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Timpani
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Pauke
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ティンパニー
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

팀파니
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Timpani
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

kiểng đồng
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

கவர்ச்சி படம்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

नगार्यांचा संच
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

timpani
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

timpani
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

kotły
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

литаври
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

timpane
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

timpani
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

timpani
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

timpani
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

pauker
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of timpani

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «TIMPANI»

The term «timpani» is regularly used and occupies the 61.537 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «TIMPANI» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about timpani

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QUOTES WITH «TIMPANI»

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Suzy Bogguss
I played in the percussion section 4th grade through high school - snare and timpani mostly.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «TIMPANI»

Discover the use of timpani in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to timpani and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Timpani
A collection of five recital-type pieces that can be prepared in a short amount of time. The solos are very diverse, yet address many technical and musical aspects of the instrument.
‎1996
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Timpani and Percussion
This fascinating book presents the history of percussion instruments from the Old Stone Age to the present day.
Jeremy Montagu, 2002
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Six Concert Pieces for Solo Timpani
(Meredith Music Percussion). Six exciting works by Nexus percussionist Bill Cahn for unaccompanied timpani for the advanced performer.
William L. Cahn, 2001
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Symphonic repertoire for timpani: the nine Beethoven symphonies
(Meredith Music Percussion). Carlyss has provided a comprehensive performance analysis for the timpani parts of Beethoven's nine symphonies.
Ludwig van Beethoven, Gerald Carlyss, Anthony J. Cirone, 2005
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Primary Handbook for Timpani: A Beginning Method with ...
The play-along CD also makes this the ideal self-instruction method, featuring recordings for every exercise. The book uses a systematic approach designed for the very beginning student.
‎2003
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Timpani Tone and the Interpretation of Baroque and Classical ...
The greater part of the book is devoted to the interpretation of Baroque and Classical orchestral and choral music.
Steven L. Schweizer, 2010
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Concepts for timpani
There are numerous kinds of timpani mallets made by either the major percussion manufacturers or custom mallets made by individual timpanists or mallet manufacturers. Each mallet design has a distinct look and sound. Mallet handles can ...
John Beck, 2001
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More Audition Etudes: For Snare Drum, Timpani, Keyboard ...
(Meredith Music Percussion). Volume two of the original Audition Etudes that includes a compact disc (CD) providing an interpretation of each etude.
‎2000
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Audition etudes: for snare drum, timpani, keyboard ...
(Meredith Music Percussion). A source book of original graduated reading studies for band/orchestra placement, grading, sight reading, regional/state auditions, teacher training classes and supplementary lesson material.
‎2000
10
Statement for Timpani
(Meredith Music Percussion). An exciting, musically challenging solo for concert, contest or recital. This 3-drum work helps to develop musicianship through its use of mixed meters, expressive dynamics, and tempo changes.
‎2001

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «TIMPANI»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term timpani is used in the context of the following news items.
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Washburgh Timpani Seminar
On Friday morning, I had the pleasure of attending the final session of the Washburgh Timpani Seminar at Duquesne University. Now in its fourth year, the ... «Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Jul 15»
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Trumpet, Timpani, & Keyboard Recital raises funds for Tornado Victims
"Raise the Roof!" All are invited to hear trumpeter Michael Brozick, timpanist Rev. Craig Felde, and Gloria Dei's Director of Music Betsy Waldon in recital on ... «Chicago Tribune, Jun 15»
3
Tuba, Flute, and Timpani Top Concerto Competition
The School of Music at Western Michigan University will celebrate the end of the school year with the 56th annual Concerto Concert on Sunday. Flutist Maria ... «WMUK, Apr 15»
4
Judge rules insurgent candidates may stay on ballot as Dover …
Fahy and Timpani, meanwhile, are running together on a slate with Dover ... In Timpani's case, Visioli's challenge was centered on the fact that Timpani and his ... «NJ.com, Apr 15»
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A Sale Is Booming: Rare Stradivarius Drums Up For Auction
The mysteries that have perplexed musicologists since the unlikely emergence of these drums include: Why did Stradivarius make timpani? Did he make any ... «NPR, Apr 15»
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WESLEY SCHULZ: Celebration of new timpani programmed to raise …
These performances celebrate the incredible gift of a new set of Yamaha timpani funded by the Fletcher Bay Foundation, a long-time supporter of the orchestra. «Kitsap Sun, Feb 15»
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Brilliant, heart-stopping Beethoven at Seattle Symphony
The first-movement cadenza includes an eyebrow-raising, prominent accompaniment from the timpani (played subtly by Michael Crusoe); it's an unusual but ... «The Seattle Times, Feb 15»
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Amateur Classical Musicians Get Rare Chance To Take Stage At …
Natalie Shelton plays the timpani, a huge classical drum. ... band where she fell in love again, this time with the huge, classical drum known as the timpani. «WBUR, Jan 15»
9
Yamaha 3300 Series Timpani Provide Great Sound, Portability and …
“Great for schools, churches and gigging musicians, these lightweight models allow any percussionist to transport a set of four great-sounding timpani in the ... «PR Web, Jan 15»
10
Ching! Chicago Symphony collects another $2 million
The position, held since 2013 by David Herbert, will be known as The Clinton Family Fund Principal Timpani Chair of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.Said Jeff ... «Slipped Disc, Jan 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Timpani [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/timpani>. May 2024 ».
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