noun
- A Ukrainian or Russian folk song or instrumental piece, typically melancholic or reflective in character.
Usage: Often used in the plural form 'dumky'; Musical term; associated with Eastern European folk traditions
Examples
- The composer incorporated traditional dumka melodies into the symphony.
- She performed a haunting dumka on the cello at the concert.
- The dumka is characterized by its emotional depth and minor-key progressions.
- Many Ukrainian dumky have been preserved and arranged for modern orchestras.