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classical music
Western art music in the tradition of composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven, as well as the broader genre encompassing orchestral, chamber, and operatic works.
Often shortened to simply クラシック in casual speech. Japan has a thriving classical music culture, with many professional orchestras and a tradition of music education (音楽教室) that begins in childhood.
Common collocations
- クラシック音楽を聴く: to listen to classical music
- クラシック音楽のコンサート: classical music concert
- クラシック音楽愛好家: classical music lover
- クラシック音楽の名曲: classical music masterpieces