musical theme

• Повторяющаяся мелодия или музыкальная идея, представляющая определённого персонажа, эмоцию или концепцию в рамках более крупного произведения, такого как фильм, опера или симфония.

A recurring melody or musical idea that represents a particular character, emotion, or concept within a larger composition, such as a film, opera, or symphony.

1. Recurring melodyB2formal

   A recognizable melody or musical idea that is repeated and developed within a composition, often associated with a particular character, idea, or emotion.

   Повторяющаяся мелодия

   • The main musical theme of the film is played during the opening credits.
   • The composer introduced a new musical theme in the second movement.
   • The villain's musical theme is dark and menacing.

2. Central idea in a pieceB2formal

   The primary melodic or harmonic idea that forms the basis of a musical work.

   Музыкальная тема

   • The symphony is built around a simple but powerful musical theme.
   • The musical theme is developed through variations in the second half of the piece.
   • The composer used a folk song as the musical theme for his orchestral work.