melody pipe
Definition
Noun A melody pipe is a simple wind instrument, specifically a reed pipe, that has finger holes. A melody is played on it by covering and uncovering these holes to change the pitch.
Usage
The term melody pipe refers to the specific part of a musical instrument, like a bagpipe or a practice chanter, that is dedicated to playing the tune. * The piper's fingers moved swiftly over the melody pipe. * To learn the tune, practice the notes on the melody pipe first.
Advanced Usage
- In the context of bagpipes, the melody pipe (or ) is distinct from the drones, which produce a constant harmonic background.
- The term can describe similar pipes in folk instruments from various cultures, where a single pipe with finger holes carries the melody.
Variants and Related Words
- Chanter (noun): Another name for the melody pipe of a bagpipe.
- Reed pipe (noun): A general category of wind instrument that includes the melody pipe.
Synonyms
- Chanter
- Melody chanter
Related Phrases
- Practice chanter: A type of melody pipe used for learning bagpipe music quietly.
Noun
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reed pipe with finger holes on which the melody is played
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