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Music

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1.
acoustic guitar
Noun

a type of guitar with a hollow body that does not increase the sound electrically

She strummed her acoustic guitar, filling the room with soft, melodic tunes.

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bass guitar
Noun

a type of electric guitar that produces the lowest pitch in the family of guitars

He played a funky groove on his bass guitar that got everyone dancing.

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drumstick
3.
drum
stick
Noun

a stick with a round head that is used to strike drums to produce sound

The drummer twirled his drumstick before starting the next song.

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grand piano
Noun

a large piano with three legs and a horizontal frame and strings, known for its powerful sound and wide range

The grand piano in the concert hall produced a rich, resonant sound.

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organ
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or
gan
Noun

any vital part of the body which has a particular function

The heart is a vital organ responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.

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trombone
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trom
bone
Noun

a wind instrument consisting of a wide hollow end and a sliding metal tube used to vary the pitch and produce a wide range of tones

The musician skillfully moved the slide of his trombone to hit the correct notes.

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blue
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blue
Adjective

having the color of the ocean or clear sky at daytime

My mother has blue eyes and black hair.

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country music
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country music
Noun

a type of music that is originally from the southern parts of the United States

She grew up listening to country music on her grandparents’ radio.

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folk
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folk
Noun

music that originates from and reflects the traditional culture of a particular region or community, often featuring acoustic instruments and storytelling lyrics

Folk music is often passed down through generations and reflects local traditions.

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heavy metal
Noun

loud, energetic genre of rock music characterized by powerful guitar melodies, strong drum beats, and intense vocals

Heavy metal bands are known for their high-energy performances and elaborate stage shows.

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hip-hop
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hip
hop
Noun

popular music featuring rap that is set to electronic music, first developed among black and Hispanic communities in the US

Hip-hop culture includes not only music but also dance, graffiti, and fashion.

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rap
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rap
Verb

to hit sharply, often with a quick and forceful motion

The teacher rapped the desk with a ruler to get the students' attention.

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rhythm and blues
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rhythm and blues
Noun

a type of music that combines elements of jazz and blues, developed by African-Americans in the 1940s

The R&B artist’s latest album blends traditional soul with modern beats.

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rock and roll
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rock and roll
Phrase

a type of popular music originating in the 1950s characterized by a strong beat, simple melodies, and often featuring electric guitars, bass, and drums

Elvis Presley is often referred to as the 'King of Rock and Roll' for his pioneering contributions to the genre.

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chorus
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cho
rus
Noun

a section of a song or poem that follows each verse

The chorus of the song features a catchy melody that repeats throughout the track.

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composer
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com
po
ser
Noun

a person who writes music as their profession

The composer created a symphony that was performed by a prestigious orchestra.

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chart
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chart
Noun

an information sheet in the form of a graph, diagram, or table that is easy to understand

The chart displayed the company's sales performance over the last quarter.

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gig
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gig
Noun

a performance of live music, comedy, or other entertainment, usually by one or more performers in front of an audience

The band played a fantastic gig at the local club last night.

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track
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track
Noun

a road or path that is rough and usually made by animals or people repeatedly walking there

He walked along the track until he reached the village.

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opera house
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opera house
Noun

a theater designed for performing operas

The grand opera house is known for its stunning architecture and excellent acoustics.

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orchestra
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or
chest
ra
Noun

a group of musicians playing various instruments gathered and organized to perform a classic piece

The orchestra performed a symphony composed by Beethoven with great precision and emotion.

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note
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note
Verb

to observe and pay attention to something

As she walked through the garden, she noted the vibrant colors of the flowers.

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rhythm
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rhythm
Noun

a strong repeated pattern of musical notes or sounds

She clapped along with the rhythm of the music.

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tone
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tone
Noun

a subtle variation in the quality or shade of a color

The artist mixed two tones of blue.

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volume
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vo
lume
Noun

the amount of space that a substance or object takes or the amount of space inside an object

The volume of water in the glass was 250 milliliters.

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record player
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record player
Noun

a playback device with a spinning turntable that tracks the record and transmits it to a loudspeaker

He inherited a vintage record player from his grandfather, complete with a collection of classic vinyl albums.

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sound system
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sound system
Noun

a piece of equipment used for playing recorded music, making a live performance, or turning up sound through speakers

They set up a sound system in the park for the outdoor concert.

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speaker
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spea
ker
Noun

equipment that transforms electrical signals into sound, loud enough for public announcements, playing music, etc.

He connected his phone to the Bluetooth speaker and played his favorite playlist.

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stereo
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ste
reo
Noun

a sound system that plays back a recorded sound, music, etc. through two or more channels, producing a three-dimensional effect

He bought a vintage stereo for his record collection.

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compose
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com
pose
Verb

to write a musical piece

She was inspired by nature's beauty to compose a serene and melodic piano sonata.

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conduct
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con
duct
Verb

to direct or participate in the management, organization, or execution of something

The experienced project manager will conduct the team in implementing the new software.

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release
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re
lease
Verb

to let someone leave a place in which they have been confined or stuck

The zoo decided to release the rehabilitated animals back into the wild.

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deafen
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dea
fen
Verb

to cause a temporary or permanent loss of hearing

The explosion was so loud that it threatened to deafen those nearby.

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punk rock
Noun

a loud and fast-paced genre of rock music popular in the 1970s and 80s characterized by short songs and aggressive lyrics

The punk rock band played a high-energy set that had the crowd moshing and stage diving.

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