What is tubular bells? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of tubular bells

tubular bellsnoun
chuông hình ống
/ˌtjuːbjələ ˈbelz//ˌtuːbjələr ˈbelz/

Where does the word tubular bells come from?

The term "tubular bells" refers to a type of percussion instrument that consists of a series of metal pipes, arranged in a vertical position, and played by striking them with mallets. The name "tubular bells" is a direct translation of the German phrase "Tuba Anlage," which means "tube assembly." The instrument was invented in the early 20th century by the German organ builder, Paul von Dessauer. The English musician and composer, Mike Oldfield, popularized the use of tubular bells in the 1970s with his compositions, including the iconic "Tubular Bells Part 1," which was featured on his debut album, "Tubular Bells." The haunting and otherworldly sound of the tubular bells has been used in a variety of musical genres and movie soundtracks, including the score for Stanley Kubrick's classic film, "The Shining."

Example of vocabulary tubular bellsnamespace

As the sun began to set, the sound of tubular bells filled the air, signaling the start of a mesmerizing bell ringing ceremony that enchanted the audience.
The eerie and hypnotic melody of tubular bells echoed through the empty church, sending shivers down the spines of those who dared to linger too long.
The haunting notes of tubular bells reverberated through the forest, piercing the silence and sending a chill down the spine of the unsuspecting listener.
The solemn tones of tubular bells reverberated throughout the memorial garden, paying homage to the fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives for their country.
The dulcet tones of tubular bells beckoned the listener into a tranquil realm, transporting them to a place where time stood still and all was right with the world.