Definitions for: Nocturne

[n] a pensive lyrical piece of music (especially for the piano)

Webster (1913) Definition: Noc*turne", n. [F. See Nocturn.] (Mus.)
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.

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