A flourish of trumpets, as in coming into the lists, etc.; also, a short and lively air performed on hunting horns during the chase.
Music primarily played by brass instruments -- occasionally with percussion accompaniment -- for ceremonial purposes. "Hail to the Chief" is an example of a fanfare, as is the theme music for the Olympic games.
A short, dramatic piece for bright instruments such as trumpets.
A short ceremonial flourish played by brass instruments.
(music) a short lively tune played on brass instruments; "he entered to a flourish of trumpets"; "her arrival was greeted with a rousing fanfare"
Piece of music written or played as an introduction to an event.
an awakening; a flourish of trumpets
A piece of music usually played with brass instruments that introduces a particular person or event.
A prelude or opening, a flourish, usually played by brass instruments.
A fanfare is a short piece of music played by trumpets and other brass instruments, frequently accompanied by percussion, usually for ceremonial purposes. The term is also used symbolically, for instance of occasions for which there is much publicity, even when no music is involved.