B1 Level Wordlist - Music

Here you will learn some English words about music, such as "keyboard", "trumpet", "cello", etc. prepared for B1 learners.

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keyboard

[noun]

a type of electronic musical instrument with keys like those of a piano, which is able to make many different sounds

Ex: They used a keyboard to compose the song .

trumpet

[noun]

a musical instrument with a curved metal tube and one wide end, which is played by blowing into it while pressing and releasing its three buttons

Ex: She took private lessons to improve her embouchure and breath control on the trumpet.

accordion

[noun]

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

Ex: She enjoys the portability of the accordion, taking it with her to play at festivals and events .

cello

[noun]

a large musical instrument of the violin family that is held upright and is played by pulling a bow across its strings

Ex: He took private lessons to improve his bowing technique and intonation on the cello.

clarinet

[noun]

a musical instrument with a mouthpiece and keys, that is played by blowing into it

Ex: She took private lessons to refine her embouchure and technique on the clarinet.

flute

[noun]

a tube-like musical instrument that is played by blowing over a hole while covering and uncovering its other holes

Ex: He took flute lessons to improve his breath control and technique , aiming to become a professional musician .

saxophone

[noun]

a curved metal wind instrument that is played by blowing into it while pressing its buttons

Ex: She practiced scales and exercises daily to improve her technique and tone on the saxophone.

band

[noun]

a group of musicians and singers playing popular music

Ex: She sings lead vocals in a local indie band that performs at small venues around the city .

choir

[noun]

a group of singers who perform together, particularly in religious ceremonies or in public

Ex: He sings in a community choir that performs classical choral music .

conductor

[noun]

someone who guides and directs an orchestra

Ex: He 's admired for his ability to communicate musical ideas and emotions effectively as a conductor.

performer

[noun]

someone who entertains an audience, such as an actor, singer, musician, etc.

Ex: Many performers dream of appearing on Broadway .

pianist

[noun]

someone who plays the piano, particularly a professional one

Ex: The pianist played background music at the restaurant , creating a pleasant ambiance for diners .

violinist

[noun]

a musician who plays the violin, typically performing solo or with other musicians or vocalists

Ex: The young violinist's talent was evident from a young age , and she quickly gained recognition in the music community .

drummer

[noun]

someone who plays a drum or a set of drums in a band

Ex: The drummer added fills and accents to the music , enhancing its dynamics and intensity .

album

[noun]

a number of music pieces or songs sold as a single item, normally on a CD or the internet

Ex: He curated a playlist of songs from different albums to create the perfect soundtrack for his road trip .

tape

[noun]

a thin magnetic material on which a piece of music is recorded

Ex: After the concert , the musician listened to the tape to assess their performance and make improvements .

to tour

[Verb]

to travel to different places to perform, such as putting on a concert

Ex: The pop sensation will tour Asia , performing in arenas and stadiums .

to publish

[Verb]

to publically distribute a piece of music for sale

Ex: With the rise of digital distribution platforms , it has become easier for musicians to publish their music to a global audience .

chorus

[noun]

a section of a song or poem that follows each verse

Ex: The audience joined in singing the chorus during the concert , creating a sense of unity and participation .

beat

[noun]

a piece of music's or a poem's main rhythm

Ex: He could n’t help but nod to the beat of the rhythm .

lyric

[noun]

(plural) a song's words or text

Ex: The lyrics of this song resonated with many people in the audience .

MP3 player

[noun]

a small device used for listening to audio and MP3 files

Ex: He received a new MP3 player as a gift and immediately started exploring its features.

headphones

[noun]

a device that has two pieces that cover the ears and is used to listen to music or sounds without others hearing

Ex: She always wears her headphones while working out at the gym .

microphone

[noun]

a piece of equipment used for recording voices or sounds or for making one's voice louder

Ex: The conference room was equipped with a microphone at each table , allowing all participants to contribute to the discussion .

karaoke

[noun]

a form of entertainment in which people sing the words of popular songs while a machine plays only their music

Ex: Some people use karaoke as a form of self-expression and therapy , channeling their emotions through song .

disc jockey

[noun]

someone who announces or plays popular recorded music on radio or TV, or at a disco, club, etc.

Ex: He 's been a disc jockey for over twenty years , adapting to changes in technology and music trends along the way .

songwriter

[noun]

someone who writes the words of songs and sometimes their music

Ex: He collaborates with other musicians , often working as a songwriter on various projects .

tape

[noun]

a plastic case with a magnetic string that is used to record video, audio, or images

Ex: They used a tape to capture all the special moments at their family reunion .

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