"Jim L'Hommedieu \(Lama\)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:

>In literature when an author gives human characteristics to an animal,
>it's called anthropomorphism.  Does anyone have a word for using instruments
>to give sound to a thought?

Yes, it's called "program [or 'programme'] music" -- music that tells a story 
or paints a picture -- as opposed to "absolute music" -- music written purely 
for its musical value.

-Fred

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