Music

the persistence of sound in an enclosed space after the original sound source has stopped

In the cathedral, the long reverberation time enhanced the choir's performance, creating a rich and immersive auditory experience.

an additional or repeated piece that is performed at the end of a concert, because the audience has asked for it

The crowd cheered for an encore after the band's final song.

a piece of music written for two performers

The pianist and violinist performed a beautiful duet at the concert.

the final passage of an extended musical composition

The symphony concluded with a powerful coda, bringing the piece to a dramatic and satisfying close.

a musical technique where the notes of a chord are played individually in a sequence rather than simultaneously

In the classical guitar piece, the musician showcased his skill with a beautiful arpeggio, highlighting the individual notes of the chord.

the quality that marks the absence of a key in a musical composition

The composer's bold experimentation with atonality marked a significant departure from traditional harmonic structures.

a musical composition in which two or more independent melodies are played or sung simultaneously, creating harmony and interplay

Bach's fugues are masterpieces of counterpoint.

conflict resulting from disagreements among individuals

The classroom discussion became a source of discord as students expressed opposing viewpoints on a divisive subject.

the text of a musical play, an opera, or other extended vocal works

The composer and the librettist worked closely together to ensure the libretto perfectly complemented the music in the opera.

a performance of a musical composition, dramatic role, or other artistic work

The pianist gave a moving rendition of Chopin's nocturne.

all of the records or a list of the records that have been created by a particular singer, composer or musical band

The band's discography includes five studio albums and several live recordings.

a set of musical pieces or songs listed in the same order in which they appear on a recording

a person whose job is to introduce and play music videos on TV, at a party, etc.

As a video jockey, she curated music videos and live visuals for the club's events, creating an immersive experience for the audience.

a solo section at the end of a musical piece for the performer to show their skill and creativity

The composer wrote a challenging cadenza for the soloist to demonstrate her musicality and expressiveness.

a musical composition in moderate triple time, popular in the baroque era

The concert concluded with a stunning performance of Bach's Chaconne in D minor, a piece renowned for its emotional depth and complexity.

a short and simple song or poem

The children sang a cheerful ditty as they skipped down the path, filling the air with laughter and melody.

an epic poem in ancient Greece, prepared for oral recitation

Homer's Iliad was often performed as a rhapsody at festivals.

a stock of plays, songs, dances, etc. that a company or a performer is prepared to perform

The jazz band had an extensive repertoire of standards from the Great American Songbook, ensuring a lively and diverse setlist for every performance.

relating to the highest range of musical notes or frequencies

The treble clef is used to notate music for instruments with higher pitches, such as the violin or flute.

the interval between the first and the last notes in eight diatonic degrees

The pianist played a scale that spanned a full octave.

any of the signs written on the left-hand end of a staff indicating the pitch of the notes

The sheet music was marked with a treble clef at the beginning of the staff, indicating that it was intended for higher-pitched instruments or voices.

a full-length album

The vinyl enthusiast carefully placed the LP on the turntable, preparing to enjoy the full-length album.

a music recording that contains more tracks than a single but fewer tracks than a full album

an artist of consummate skill

a designated path or place for crossing from one side to the other, such as a street, track, or barrier

The pedestrian waited at the crossover for the light to change.

a firm decision to do something or to behave in a certain way, often made after careful consideration

She made a resolution to finish writing her novel by the end of the year.