What is another word for improvisations?

Pronunciation: [ˌɪmpɹəva͡ɪzˈe͡ɪʃənz] (IPA)

There are several synonyms to the word "improvisations" that can be used in different contexts. "Ad-libbing" is a term often used in theater or music performance when an actor or musician comes up with a new line or melody on the spot. "Spontaneity" refers to impromptu actions taken without any prior planning. "Innovation" is a word used to describe new ideas or methods created on the fly. "Creative improvisation" can also be used to describe the act of making something up as you go along in a creative, expressive way. "Extemporization" and "off-the-cuff" are also commonly used synonyms.

What are the hypernyms for Improvisations?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Improvisations

Later on, when she was a good deal alone, it was mostly 'Songs without Words,' or improvisations such as suited her moods.
"A Top-Floor Idyl"
George van Schaick
In London his improvisations and piano sonatas excited the greatest admiration.
"The Great German Composers"
George T. Ferris
Among his improvisations he will introduce old airs.
"The New Book Of Martyrs"
Georges Duhamel

Famous quotes with Improvisations

  • Even if you're improvising, the fact that beforehand you know certain things will work helps you make those improvisations successful. It really helps to have a certain amount of knowledge about musical structure.
    John Cale
  • In a certain sense, aspects of my solo playing were developed in order to test the theory about how long particular elements could be, as parts of so-called free improvisations.
    Evan Parker

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