Fantasia
(noun)
1. an instrumental composition free in form and inspiration, typically one that is imaginative and colorful. 2. a free-form composition for an instrumental soloist, typically a virtuoso piece. 3. a work of fiction, a movie or a play that is imaginative and not necessarily based on reality.
Origin:
Mid 16th century: from italian, from latin phantasia, from greek phantasia "appearance, imagination", from phantazesthai "to imagine".
Examples:
- The pianist performed a fantasia by Mozart at the concert.
- The violinist's fantasia was a virtuoso piece that showed off his technical skill.
- The movie was a fantasia, a combination of fantasy and reality.
- The play was a fantasia on the theme of love and loss.
- The composer's fantasia was a free-form composition that showcased his creativity and imagination.