Umanistiche SAT - Music

Qui imparerai alcune parole inglesi relative alla musica, come "composizione", "dissonante", "aria", ecc., che ti serviranno per superare i tuoi SAT.

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composition

[sostantivo]

a written piece of music marked by significant size and sophistication

composizione

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score

[sostantivo]

the music composed for a movie

partitura

Ex: The composer drew inspiration from the film 's storyline to create a poignant and evocative score that resonated with audiences .Il compositore ha tratto ispirazione dalla trama del film per creare una **colonna sonora** commovente ed evocativa che ha risuonato con il pubblico.

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scale

[sostantivo]

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

scala

Ex: Learning to play scales is an essential foundation for any musician , as it enhances their understanding of harmony and melody .Imparare a suonare le **scale** è una base essenziale per qualsiasi musicista, poiché migliora la sua comprensione dell'armonia e della melodia.

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harmonic

[sostantivo]

a component of a musical sound that is produced alongside the fundamental pitch, contributing to the overall richness and timbre of the sound

armonico, componente armonico

Ex: The composer experimented with different instruments and their harmonics to achieve a specific mood or atmosphere in the composition.Il compositore ha sperimentato con diversi strumenti e i loro **armonici** per ottenere un umore o un'atmosfera specifica nella composizione.

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symphony

[sostantivo]

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

sinfonia

Ex: The composer 's latest work was a symphony that blended traditional melodies with modern harmonies .L'ultima opera del compositore era una **sinfonia** che mescolava melodie tradizionali con armonie moderne.

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concerto

[sostantivo]

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

concerto

Ex: The concerto showcased the virtuosity of the trumpet player , who dazzled the audience with intricate melodies .Il **concerto** ha messo in mostra la virtuosità del trombettista, che ha stupito il pubblico con melodie intricate.

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melodic

[aggettivo]

having a tuneful, harmonious quality or arrangement of sounds

melodico

Ex: Melodic patterns are essential to the song 's captivating quality .I modelli **melodici** sono essenziali per la qualità avvincente della canzone.

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string quartet

[sostantivo]

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

quartetto d'archi, quartetto per due violini

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soloist

[sostantivo]

a singer or musician who performs alone

solista

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lyricist

[sostantivo]

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

paroliere

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saxophonist

[sostantivo]

someone who plays the saxophone

sassofonista

Ex: The saxophonist's performance captivated the audience with its soulful melodies .La performance del **sassofonista** ha catturato il pubblico con le sue melodie piene di anima.

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virtuoso

[sostantivo]

someone who is highly skilled at playing a musical instrument

virtuosistico

Ex: The virtuoso's encore performance brought the crowd to their feet , applauding the masterful display of musical prowess .La performance bis del **virtuoso** ha portato la folla in piedi, applaudendo la magistrale dimostrazione di maestria musicale.

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prima donna

[sostantivo]

the main female singer in an opera or opera company

prima donna

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accompaniment

[sostantivo]

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

accompagnamento, supporto musicale

Ex: The choir director emphasized the importance of blending voices in the choral accompaniment to create a unified and harmonious sound .Il direttore del coro ha sottolineato l'importanza di fondere le voci nell'**accompagnamento** corale per creare un suono unificato e armonioso.

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recitative

[sostantivo]

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

recitativo, stile recitativo

Ex: The recitative served as a bridge between musical sections , providing context for the character 's inner thoughts and feelings .Il **recitativo** fungeva da ponte tra le sezioni musicali, fornendo il contesto per i pensieri e i sentimenti interni del personaggio.

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aria

[sostantivo]

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

aria

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string instrument

[sostantivo]

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

strumento a corda

Ex: Traditional bluegrass music often includes the banjo , a lively and resonant string instrument.La musica bluegrass tradizionale include spesso il banjo, un vivace e risonante **strumento a corde**.

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woodwind instrument

[sostantivo]

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

strumento a fiato in legno, strumento a fiato

Ex: The saxophone , despite being classified as a woodwind instrument, features a brass body and a reed mouthpiece .Il sassofono, nonostante sia classificato come **strumento a fiato**, presenta un corpo in ottone e un'ancia.

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oboe

[sostantivo]

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

oboe

Ex: The oboe is a popular instrument in classical music .L'**oboe** è uno strumento popolare nella musica classica.

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ocarina

[sostantivo]

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

ocarina

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ukulele

[sostantivo]

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

ukulele, ukelele

Ex: The ukulele's compact size makes it the perfect travel companion , allowing musicians to bring the spirit of aloha wherever they go .Le dimensioni compatte dell'**ukulele** lo rendono il compagno di viaggio perfetto, permettendo ai musicisti di portare lo spirito dell'aloha ovunque vadano.

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bagpipe

[sostantivo]

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

cornamusa

Ex: The band included a bagpipe player to add a traditional touch to their performance .La band ha incluso un suonatore di **cornamusa** per aggiungere un tocco tradizionale alla loro performance.

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theremin

[sostantivo]

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

theremin, teremino

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harpsichord

[sostantivo]

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

tastieristico

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accordion

[sostantivo]

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

fisarmonica

Ex: She enjoys the portability of the accordion, taking it with her to play at festivals and events .Apprezza la portabilità della **fisarmonica**, portandola con sé per suonare a festival ed eventi.

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bassoon

[sostantivo]

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

bassoon

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player piano

[sostantivo]

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

pianola, piano automatico

Ex: The player piano revolutionized home entertainment in the early 1900s , offering musical enjoyment without the need for a live pianist .Il **pianola** ha rivoluzionato l'intrattenimento domestico all'inizio del 1900, offrendo godimento musicale senza la necessità di un pianista dal vivo.

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percussive

[aggettivo]

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

percussivo, a percussione

Ex: The percussion section of the orchestra produces percussive sounds using various instruments like drums and cymbals .La sezione delle percussioni dell'orchestra produce suoni **percussivi** utilizzando vari strumenti come tamburi e piatti.

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amplifier

[sostantivo]

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

amplificatore

Ex: The sound engineer adjusted the amplifier levels to achieve optimal sound quality for the live performance .Il tecnico del suono ha regolato i livelli dell'**amplificatore** per ottenere una qualità del suono ottimale per l'esibizione dal vivo.

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dissonant

[aggettivo]

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

dissonante, discordante

Ex: The dissonant tones of the alarm system startled everyone in the building .I toni **dissonanti** del sistema di allarme hanno sorpreso tutti nell'edificio.

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soundscape

[sostantivo]

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

paesaggio sonoro, ambiente sonoro

Ex: The forest 's soundscape was filled with the rustling of leaves , chirping of birds , and the distant sound of a flowing stream .Il **paesaggio sonoro** della foresta era pieno del fruscio delle foglie, del cinguettio degli uccelli e del suono lontano di un ruscello che scorre.

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swing music

[sostantivo]

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

musica 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 **musica swing** suonata dalla band al ricevimento di nozze ha tenuto tutti in piedi e a ballare tutta la notte.

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scat

[sostantivo]

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

scat, improvvisazione vocale

Ex: The scat section of the song brought a lively and energetic vibe to the nightclub performance.La sezione **scat** della canzone ha portato un'atmosfera vivace ed energica alla performance nel nightclub.

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