sextette

[sekˈstet]

sextette Definition

• 1. a group of six musicians who perform together
• 2. a composition for six voices or instruments

Using sextette: Examples

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

• Example

  The sextette played a beautiful piece at the concert last night.

• Example

  Mozart's sextette in D major is one of his most famous compositions.

sextette Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sextette

• sextet
• sextuor

Phrases with sextette

• mixed sextette

  a group of six musicians consisting of both male and female performers

  Example

  The mixed sextette performed a variety of classical and contemporary pieces.

• vocal sextette

  a group of six singers who perform together

  Example

  The vocal sextette harmonized beautifully during their performance.

• jazz sextette

  a group of six jazz musicians who perform together

  Example

  The jazz sextette played an upbeat and lively tune that got the audience dancing.

Origins of sextette

from Italian 'sestetto', from 'sesto' meaning 'sixth'

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Summary: sextette in Brief

A 'sextette' [sekˈstet] is a group of six musicians who perform together or a composition for six voices or instruments. It can refer to various types of groups, such as mixed, vocal, or jazz sextettes. Examples of usage include 'The sextette played a beautiful piece at the concert last night.' and 'Mozart's sextette in D major is one of his most famous compositions.'