Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pibroch

Noun
ˈpiːbrɒx
Definition
A type of classical music for the Scottish bagpipe.
Examples
  • The pibroch that he played at the competition was both haunting and beautiful.
  • Many pipers spend years mastering the intricacies of pibroch.
Meaning
Pibroch refers to a specific genre of music that is characterized by variations and elaborations on a theme, traditionally played on the bagpipe.
Synonyms
  • garland
  • variation