👉 A canon is a type of instrument in classical music, particularly in the works of composers such as Johannes Brahms and Richard Strauss. A canon is a set of musical phrases or melodic motifs that are repeated throughout a piece to form a harmonious whole. The term "canon" comes from the Latin word "canonis," which means "to be followed by." In classical music, a canon typically refers to a set of 30-40 short, simple melodies that are
