nonet

[noh-net]

nonet Definition

• 1. a group of nine musicians or singers who perform together
• 2. a composition written for such a group

Using nonet: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nonet" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The nonet played a beautiful piece by Mozart.

• Example

  The composer wrote a nonet for the festival.

nonet Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nonet

• ensemble
• group
• band

Phrases with nonet

• wind nonet

  a nonet consisting of wind instruments, typically flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and horn, with four other instruments added as desired

  Example

  The wind nonet played a lively tune at the concert.

• string nonet

  a nonet consisting of string instruments, typically violin, viola, cello, and double bass, with four other instruments added as desired

  Example

  The string nonet performed a beautiful piece by Beethoven.

• mixed nonet

  a nonet consisting of a combination of wind and string instruments

  Example

  The mixed nonet played a unique piece that blended different sounds and styles.

Origins of nonet

from Latin 'nonus', meaning 'ninth'

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Summary: nonet in Brief

A 'nonet' [noh-net] is a group of nine musicians or singers who perform together, or a composition written for such a group. It can be a wind nonet, a string nonet, or a mixed nonet, depending on the type of instruments used. Examples of usage include 'The nonet played a beautiful piece by Mozart.' and 'The composer wrote a nonet for the festival.'