Exposition
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
(music) the section of a movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes first occur
Framework senses
- §1
- (music) the section of a movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes first occur
- §2
- an account that sets forth the meaning or intent of a writing or discourse
- §3
- a systematic interpretation or explanation (usually written) of a specific topic
- §4
- a collection of things (goods or works of art etc.) for public display