helicon

/'helikən/

Thân thiện

The musician marches in the parade playing a shining helicon.

Definition

Noun: 1. A large brass instrument: A helicon is a type of tuba designed to be carried. Its large, circular coil rests over the player's shoulder, allowing it to be played while marching.

Examples

• The marching band's deep, resonant sound was anchored by the powerful helicon.
• Unlike the concert tuba, the helicon is built for mobility, with its distinctive circular shape wrapping around the musician.

Advanced Usage

• The helicon is a predecessor to the more modern sousaphone, which shares the over-the-shoulder design but has a forward-facing bell for better sound projection.

Variants and Related Words

• Sousaphone (noun): A modern, evolved version of the helicon commonly used in marching bands, characterized by a large, forward-projecting bell.

Synonyms

• Bass horn (noun): A general term for low-pitched brass instruments, which can include the helicon.
• Marching tuba (noun): A descriptive term for tubas designed for marching, such as the helicon and sousaphone.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a tuba that coils over the shoulder of the musician

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