celesta

[US]/səˈlɛstə/
[UK]/səˈlestə/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A small keyboard instrument with steel plates that produce a bell-like tone.
Word Forms
Pluralcelestas

Phrases & Collocations

celesta music

celesta sound

celesta player

celesta notes

celesta instrument

celesta performance

celesta piece

celesta tones

celesta melody

celesta concert

Example Sentences

the celesta adds a magical touch to the orchestra.

she played the celesta beautifully in the concert.

the composer featured the celesta in his latest symphony.

listening to the celesta brings back childhood memories.

many film scores use the celesta for a whimsical effect.

the celesta's soft tones create a dreamlike atmosphere.

he learned to play the celesta during his music studies.

the celesta is often used in ballet performances.

her favorite instrument is the celesta, for its unique sound.

in the piece, the celesta plays a haunting melody.

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