Absolute music (sometimes abstract music) is music that is not explicitly "about" anything; in contrast to program music, it is non- representational. [1]

2025年1月18日 · What do people mean when they call music abstract? I’m confused because to me it seems that all music inherently abstract. However, if I write a 4 chord progression and slap some simple melody on top, that would not be called “abstract music” even if this piece is not “about” anything in particular, right?

2024年2月19日 · In contrast to this, absolute music (which is also sometimes referred to as abstract music) is non-representational; it does not have any extra-musical meaning beyond the sounds that we hear.

"Abstract Music" is a type of music that focuses on sound and musical elements rather than conveying specific narrative plots or images. It aims to express emotions, atmospheres, and abstract ideas through the manipulation of sound colors, rhythms, harmonies, and forms.

Abstract music is a genre that is characterized by its experimental and unconventional approach to sound. It often features electronic and ambient elements, and is known for its use of complex rhythms and textures.

Explore the concept of abstract music, its historical roots, influential composers, and its role in the broader art and cultural context. Learn how abstract music differs from traditional forms and its impact on artistic expression.

2018年5月11日 · "Absolute music" is an idea that took root in the writings of early German Romantics such as Wilhelm Heinrich Wackenroder (1773 – 1798), Ludwig Tieck (1773 – 1853), and E. T. A. Hoffmann (1776 – 1822) beginning at the turn of the nineteenth century, and came to dominate musical aesthetics over much of the next two centuries, frequently invoked t...

2023年6月24日 · Absolute music refers to instrumental compositions that are not intended to represent or depict anything specific; they are purely focused on the artistry of the music itself, allowing each listener to interpret and connect with it in their own way.

Abstract music can range from completely abstract soundscapes to songs that only implement abstract elements but within a more regular song structure with rhythms and melodies, with …

Absolute music (sometimes abstract music) is music that is not explicitly "about" anything; in contrast to program music, it is non- representational.