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Umanistiche ACT - Musica

Qui imparerai alcune parole inglesi relative alla musica, come "concerto", "melodico", "paesaggio sonoro", ecc. che ti aiuteranno a superare i tuoi ACT.

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ACT Vocabulary for Humanities
composition
composition
[sostantivo]

the act or process of creating written works, such as essays, poems, or music

composizione

composizione

Ex: He studied composition to improve his songwriting skills. 

Ha studiato composizione per migliorare le sue abilità nella scrittura di canzoni.

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score
score
[sostantivo]

the music composed for a movie

partitura

partitura

Ex: The composer drew inspiration from the film's storyline to create a poignant and evocative score that resonated with audiences. 
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scale
scale
[sostantivo]

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

scala

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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melodic
melodic
[aggettivo]

having a pleasing, musical sound

melodico

melodico

Ex: The melody was simple yet deeply melodic, filling the room with warmth. 

La melodia era semplice ma profondamente melodica, riempiendo la stanza di calore.

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harmonic
harmonic
[aggettivo]

having blended sounds or tones that combine in a pleasing way

armonico

armonico

Ex: Their harmonic voices created a soothing and immersive listening experience. 

Le loro voci armoniche hanno creato un'esperienza d'ascolto rilassante e coinvolgente.

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symphony
symphony
[sostantivo]

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

sinfonia

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
concerto
[sostantivo]

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. 

Il concerto ha messo in mostra la virtuosità del trombettista, che ha stupito il pubblico con melodie intricate.

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string quartet
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

quartetto d'archi, quartetto per due violini

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soloist
soloist
[sostantivo]

a singer or musician who performs alone

solista

solista

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lyricist
lyricist
[sostantivo]

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

paroliere

paroliere

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saxophonist
saxophonist
[sostantivo]

someone who plays the saxophone

sassofonista

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
virtuoso
[sostantivo]

someone who is highly skilled at playing a musical instrument

virtuosistico

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
prima donna
[sostantivo]

the main female singer in an opera or opera company

prima donna

prima donna

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accompaniment
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

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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aria
aria
[sostantivo]

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

aria

aria

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string instrument
string instrument
[sostantivo]

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

strumento a corda

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

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

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
oboe
[sostantivo]

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

oboe

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
ocarina
[sostantivo]

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

ocarina

ocarina

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ukulele
ukulele
[sostantivo]

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

ukulele, ukelele

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
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

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
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

theremin, teremino

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harpsichord
harpsichord
[sostantivo]

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

tastieristico

tastieristico

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accordion
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

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
bassoon
[sostantivo]

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

bassoon

bassoon

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player piano
player piano
[sostantivo]

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

pianola, piano automatico

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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dissonant
dissonant
[aggettivo]

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

dissonante, discordante

dissonante, discordante

Ex: The dissonant chords in the composition created a sense of tension and unease. 

Gli accordi dissonanti nella composizione hanno creato un senso di tensione e disagio.

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soundscape
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

paesaggio sonoro, ambiente sonoro

Ex: The composer created a soundscape for the film that blended orchestral music with natural sounds. 

Il compositore ha creato un paesaggio sonoro per il film che mescolava musica orchestrale con suoni naturali.

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swing music
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

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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amplifier
amplifier
[sostantivo]

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

amplificatore

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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scat
scat
[sostantivo]

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

scat, improvvisazione vocale

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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percussive
percussive
[aggettivo]

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

percussivo, a percussione

percussivo, a percussione

Ex: The percussive beats of the drum added rhythm to the music. 

I battiti percussivi del tamburo hanno aggiunto ritmo alla musica.

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recitative
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

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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