A celesta is a keyboard instrument that produces sound with metal bars struck by hammers. The bars are arranged in a manner similar to a piano keyboard, and when the player presses a key, a hammer hits the corresponding bar, which then vibrates to produce a bright, bell-like tone. The sound is enhanced by resonators beneath the bars. The celesta is known for its delicate, shimmering sound and is often used in orchestras and various musical compositions to add a magical or ethereal quality.

What is a "celesta"?

Определение и значение слова «celesta» на английском языке

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