Carillon

usgb/ˈkærəlɑːn/
noun

A musical instrument with a set of bells, usually in a tower, played using a keyboard or by an automatic mechanism.

We heard the beautiful melody of the carillon ringing from the church tower.
Visual representation of "carillon" - A musical instrument with a set of bells, usually in a tower, played using a keyboard or by an automatic mechanism.

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  • play the carillon
  • church carillon
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Location Specific

Carillons are usually found in church towers or public buildings, often in cities.

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The city hall's carillon could be heard throughout the downtown area.
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Traditional Sound

Carillons produce a distinct chime and are associated with traditional or ceremonial events.

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The carillon's chime announced the start of the annual parade.
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Heard, Not Seen

People often hear carillon music without seeing the instrument as it's enclosed in a tower.

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Although hidden high above, the melody of the carillon graced the entire square.
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