What is another word for descriptive music?
Pronunciation: [dɪskɹˈɪptɪv mjˈuːzɪk] (IPA) 
Descriptive music can also be called program music, as it aims to tell a story or describe a scene or emotion through instrumental sound. Other synonyms include evocative music, illustrative music, and narrative music. Some pieces of descriptive music are also classified as tone poems or programmatic symphonies, which are large compositions that follow a specific narrative or theme. Film scores can also be considered descriptive music, as they often seek to enhance the emotional impact of a scene or convey a specific atmosphere. Descriptive music can be powerful in its ability to transport the listener to another time or place through sound and emotion.
