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B2 Level Wordlist - Music

Here you will learn some English words about music, such as "acoustic guitar", "drumstick", "trombone", etc. prepared for B2 learners.

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acoustic guitar

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

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

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

Ex: He played a funky groove on his bass guitar that got everyone dancing. 
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drumstick
drumstick
[noun]

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

Ex: The drummer twirled his drumstick before starting the next song. 
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grand piano

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

Ex: The grand piano in the concert hall produced a rich, resonant sound. 
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organ
organ
[noun]

a large keyboard instrument with rows of pipes in different sizes, each played by a separate set of keys, producing a wide range of tones

Ex: The church's organ filled the hall with majestic music during the wedding ceremony. 
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trombone
trombone
[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

Ex: The musician skillfully moved the slide of his trombone to hit the correct notes. 
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blues
blues
[noun]

a type of folk music with strong rhythms and a melancholic atmosphere, first developed by the African American community in the Southern US

Ex: The blues genre is known for its expressive guitar solos and soulful lyrics. 
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country music

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

Ex: She grew up listening to country music on her grandparents’ radio. 
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folk
folk
[noun]

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

Ex: Folk music is often passed down through generations and reflects local traditions. 
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heavy metal

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

Ex: Heavy metal bands are known for their high-energy performances and elaborate stage shows. 
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hip-hop
hip-hop
[noun]

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

Ex: Hip-hop culture includes not only music but also dance, graffiti, and fashion. 
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rap
rap
[noun]

a genre of African-American music with a rhythmic speech

Ex: Rap emerged from the hip-hop movement and has evolved into a dominant musical genre. 
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rhythm and blues

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

Ex: The R&B artist’s latest album blends traditional soul with modern beats. 
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rock and roll

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

Ex: 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
chorus
[noun]

a group of dancers and singers who perform in a musical show, typically providing supporting or background roles and enhancing the main performance

Ex: The chorus added a vibrant energy to the musical number with their synchronized dance moves. 
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composer
composer
[noun]

a person who writes music as their profession

Ex: The composer created a symphony that was performed by a prestigious orchestra. 
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chart
chart
[noun]

a list that ranks top pop records based on sales in a particular period

Ex: The song quickly climbed to the top of the chart, becoming a hit single. 
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gig
gig
[noun]

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

Ex: The band played a fantastic gig at the local club last night. 
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track
track
[noun]

a musical piece or song recorded on a CD, tape, or vinyl record

Ex: The album features ten tracks, each showcasing a different style of music. 
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opera house

a theater designed for performing operas

Ex: The grand opera house is known for its stunning architecture and excellent acoustics. 
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orchestra
orchestra
[noun]

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

Ex: The orchestra performed a symphony composed by Beethoven with great precision and emotion. 
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note
note
[noun]

a written sign or symbol indicating a single tone of particular pitch and length made by a vocal or musical instrument

Ex: The teacher asked them to identify the notes on the staff. 
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rhythm
rhythm
[noun]

a strong repeated pattern of musical notes or sounds

Ex: She clapped along with the rhythm of the music. 
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tone
tone
[noun]

a vocal or musical sound with a particular pitch, intensity, and quality

Ex: The musician experimented with different tones to find the best one for the piece. 
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volume
volume
[noun]

the amount of loudness produced by a TV, radio, etc.

Ex: She increased the volume on the TV so she could hear the dialogue more clearly. 
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record player

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

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

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

Ex: They set up a sound system in the park for the outdoor concert. 
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speaker
speaker
[noun]

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

Ex: He connected his phone to the Bluetooth speaker and played his favorite playlist. 
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stereo
stereo
[noun]

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

Ex: He bought a vintage stereo for his record collection. 
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to compose

to write a musical piece

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

to direct a choir or orchestra using special movements of the hands

Ex: She conducted the orchestra with precise hand gestures, ensuring everyone stayed in sync. 
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to release

to make a movie, music, etc. available to the public

Ex: The film studio released their latest blockbuster movie in theaters worldwide. 
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deafening
deafening
[Adjective]

(of a sound) too loud in a way that nothing else can be heard

Ex: The crowd erupted with a deafening cheer when the team scored the winning goal. 
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punk rock
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

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