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Humanités ACT - Music

Ici, vous apprendrez quelques mots anglais liés à la musique, tels que "concerto", "mélodique", "paysage sonore", etc. qui vous aideront à réussir vos ACTs.

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ACT Vocabulary for Humanities

the art or the act of writing pieces of music, poetry, etc.

composition

composition

Ex: The composer 's mastery of composition was evident in the intricate melodies of the symphony .La maîtrise du **compositeur** en matière de **composition** était évidente dans les mélodies complexes de la symphonie.
score
[nom]

the music composed for a movie

musique, partition

musique, partition

Ex: The composer drew inspiration from the film 's storyline to create a poignant and evocative score that resonated with audiences .Le compositeur a puisé son inspiration dans l'histoire du film pour créer une **partition** poignante et évocatrice qui a résonné auprès du public.
scale
[nom]

an arrangement of a series of musical notes with specified intervals, in ascending or descending pitch order

gamme

gamme

Ex: Learning to play scales is an essential foundation for any musician , as it enhances their understanding of harmony and melody .Apprendre à jouer des **gammes** est une base essentielle pour tout musicien, car cela améliore sa compréhension de l'harmonie et de la mélodie.
melodic
[Adjectif]

having a pleasing, musical sound

mélodieux, mélodieuse

mélodieux, mélodieuse

Ex: The melody was simple yet deeply melodic, filling the room with warmth .La mélodie était simple mais profondément **mélodique**, remplissant la pièce de chaleur.
harmonic
[Adjectif]

having blended sounds or tones that combine in a pleasing way

harmonique

harmonique

Ex: Their harmonic voices created a soothing and immersive listening experience .Leurs voix **harmoniques** ont créé une expérience d'écoute apaisante et immersive.

a long and sophisticated musical composition written for a large orchestra, in three or four movements

symphonie

symphonie

Ex: The composer 's latest work was a symphony that blended traditional melodies with modern harmonies .La dernière œuvre du compositeur était une **symphonie** qui mélangeait des mélodies traditionnelles avec des harmonies modernes.

a musical composition that is written for one or more solo instruments and accompanied by an orchestra with three movements

concerto

concerto

Ex: The concerto showcased the virtuosity of the trumpet player , who dazzled the audience with intricate melodies .Le **concerto** a mis en valeur la virtuosité du trompettiste, qui a ébloui le public avec des mélodies complexes.

a musical composition that is specifically written for two violins, a viola, and a cello, and typically consists of four movements

quatuor à cordes, quatuor pour deux violons

quatuor à cordes, quatuor pour deux violons

soloist
[nom]

a singer or musician who performs alone

soloiste

soloiste

someone whose profession is to write the words of a song, or lyrics

parolier, parolière

parolier, parolière

someone who plays the saxophone

saxophoniste

saxophoniste

Ex: The saxophonist's performance captivated the audience with its soulful melodies .La performance du **saxophoniste** a captivé le public avec ses mélodies émouvantes.

someone who is highly skilled at playing a musical instrument

virtuose

virtuose

Ex: The virtuoso's encore performance brought the crowd to their feet , applauding the masterful display of musical prowess .La performance en rappel du **virtuose** a mis la foule debout, applaudissant l'affichage magistral de la prouesse musicale.

the main female singer in an opera or opera company

prima donna

prima donna

the musical support provided by one or more instruments or voices to enhance or complement a soloist or main melody

accompagnement, support musical

accompagnement, support musical

Ex: The choir director emphasized the importance of blending voices in the choral accompaniment to create a unified and harmonious sound .Le directeur de chorale a souligné l'importance de mélanger les voix dans l'**accompagnement** choral pour créer un son unifié et harmonieux.
aria
[nom]

a long, elaborate song that is melodious and is intended for a solo voice, especially in an opera

aria

aria

any musical instruments that can produce sound when its strings are touched or struck

instrument à cordes

instrument à cordes

Ex: Traditional bluegrass music often includes the banjo , a lively and resonant string instrument.La musique bluegrass traditionnelle inclut souvent le banjo, un **instrument à cordes** vif et résonant.

a musical instrument that produces sound by vibrating air within a tube or pipe, typically made of wood or metal

instrument à vent en bois, instrument à anche

instrument à vent en bois, instrument à anche

Ex: The saxophone , despite being classified as a woodwind instrument, features a brass body and a reed mouthpiece .Le saxophone, bien qu'étant classé comme **instrument à vent**, possède un corps en laiton et un bec à anche.
oboe
[nom]

a woodwind double-reed instrument with a long tubular body and holes and keys on top

hautbois

hautbois

Ex: The oboe is a popular instrument in classical music .Le **hautbois** est un instrument populaire dans la musique classique.
ocarina
[nom]

an ancient wind instrument shaped like an egg with holes in its body that are covered with the fingers

ocarina

ocarina

ukulele
[nom]

a small, four-stringed musical instrument resembling a guitar, originating from Hawaii

ukulélé, ukulele

ukulélé, ukulele

Ex: The ukulele's compact size makes it the perfect travel companion , allowing musicians to bring the spirit of aloha wherever they go .La taille compacte de l'**ukulélé** en fait le compagnon de voyage parfait, permettant aux musiciens d'apporter l'esprit d'aloha partout où ils vont.
bagpipe
[nom]

a wind instrument with a reed and several sticks, played by squeezing a bag and blowing through one of its pipes, originated from Scotland

cornemuse

cornemuse

Ex: The band included a bagpipe player to add a traditional touch to their performance .Le groupe a inclus un joueur de **cornemuse** pour ajouter une touche traditionnelle à leur performance.

an electronic musical instrument played without physical contact, controlled by hand movements near two antennas that manipulate electromagnetic fields to produce sound

thérémine, theremin

thérémine, theremin

an early keyboard instrument resembling a piano in which the strings are plucked rather than being hit with a hammer

clavecin

clavecin

a box-like musical instrument that is held in both hands and is played by squeezing and stretching it while pressing its keys

accordéon

accordéon

Ex: She enjoys the portability of the accordion, taking it with her to play at festivals and events .Elle apprécie la portabilité de l'**accordéon**, l'emportant avec elle pour jouer lors de festivals et d'événements.
bassoon
[nom]

a woodwind instrument of the oboe family consisting of a long wooden tube and a double reed

basson

basson

a type of piano equipped with a mechanism that allows it to play music automatically

piano mécanique, piano automatique

piano mécanique, piano automatique

Ex: The player piano revolutionized home entertainment in the early 1900s , offering musical enjoyment without the need for a live pianist .Le **piano mécanique** a révolutionné le divertissement à domicile au début des années 1900, offrant un plaisir musical sans avoir besoin d'un pianiste en direct.
dissonant
[Adjectif]

(of a sound) having tones that clash or sound unpleasant together

dissonant, discordant

dissonant, discordant

Ex: The dissonant tones of the alarm system startled everyone in the building .Les tons **dissonants** du système d'alarme ont surpris tout le monde dans le bâtiment.

an auditory experience created by the combination of musical and non-musical sounds within a particular area or context

paysage sonore, environnement sonore

paysage sonore, environnement sonore

Ex: The forest 's soundscape was filled with the rustling of leaves , chirping of birds , and the distant sound of a flowing stream .Le **paysage sonore** de la forêt était rempli du bruissement des feuilles, du gazouillis des oiseaux et du son lointain d'un ruisseau qui coule.

a subgenre of jazz marked by its infectious, propulsive rhythm, prominent use of brass and woodwind instruments, and its association with the swing era of the 1930s and 1940s

musique swing, swing

musique swing, swing

Ex: The swing music played by the band at the wedding reception kept everyone on their feet and dancing all night long .La **musique swing** jouée par le groupe lors de la réception de mariage a gardé tout le monde debout et a dansé toute la nuit.

an electronic device that strengthens electrical signals or causes sounds to get louder

amplificateur

amplificateur

Ex: The sound engineer adjusted the amplifier levels to achieve optimal sound quality for the live performance .L'ingénieur du son a ajusté les niveaux de l'**amplificateur** pour obtenir une qualité sonore optimale pour la performance en direct.
scat
[nom]

vocal improvisation where the singer uses nonsense syllables, rhythms, and melodic variations to create spontaneous and rhythmic expressions

scat, improvisation vocale

scat, improvisation vocale

Ex: The scat section of the song brought a lively and energetic vibe to the nightclub performance.La partie **scat** de la chanson a apporté une ambiance vivante et énergique à la performance en boîte de nuit.
percussive
[Adjectif]

producing a sharp, powerful sound, typically by hitting or striking something

percutant, percussion

percutant, percussion

Ex: The percussion section of the orchestra produces percussive sounds using various instruments like drums and cymbals .La section des percussions de l'orchestre produit des sons **percussifs** en utilisant divers instruments comme les tambours et les cymbales.

a style of vocal singing in opera and oratorio characterized by a speech-like delivery, used to advance the plot or convey dialogue

récitatif, style récitatif

récitatif, style récitatif

Ex: The recitative served as a bridge between musical sections , providing context for the character 's inner thoughts and feelings .Le **récitatif** servait de pont entre les sections musicales, fournissant un contexte pour les pensées et les sentiments intérieurs du personnage.
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