Nocturne

['nɒktɜːn] or ['nɑktɝn]

Definition

(noun.) a pensive lyrical piece of music (especially for the piano).

Typed by Claire--From WordNet

Definition

(n.) A night piece, or serenade. The name is now used for a certain graceful and expressive form of instrumental composition, as the nocturne for orchestra in Mendelsohn's "Midsummer-Night's Dream" music.

Typist: Stephanie

Definition

n. a painting showing a scene by night: a piece of music of a dreamy character suitable to evening or night thoughts: a serenade: a reverie.

Edited by Flo