Fantasia

usgb/fænˈteɪʒə/
noun

A musical composition that is free in form and often based on well-known themes or tunes.

During the concert, the pianist performed a beautiful fantasia based on several popular classical tunes.
Visual representation of "fantasia" - A musical composition that is free in form and often based on well-known themes or tunes.

Often appears as...

  • perform a fantasia
  • musical fantasia

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Musical

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Music Freedom

Fantasia in music implies creativity without strict structure.

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His fantasia on the piano was spontaneous and unpredictable.
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Classical Roots

Though free-form, a fantasia often references classical melodies.

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She enjoyed the fantasia that revisited themes from Mozart.
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Concert Usage

Fantasia is common in formal concerts, not casual music sessions.

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The orchestra's program includes a fantasia tonight.
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