Solutions - Intermediate - Unit 7 - 7E

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - 7E in the Solutions Intermediate coursebook, such as "blues", "folk", "tempo", etc.

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musical genre [noun]

a category or style of music characterized by its unique sound, instrumentation, and musical elements

Ex: Hip-hop is a musical genre that emerged in urban communities .

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: Her voice had a deep , bluesy quality that fit perfectly with the blues band .

classical [noun]

music that is rooted in Western traditions and known for its complexity and lasting cultural significance

Ex: The radio station plays a mix of jazz and classical throughout the day .

country and western [phrase]

a genre of music that blends country and folk influences, often featuring storytelling lyrics and a distinct sound

Ex: Her favorite country and western artist is Johnny Cash .

folk [noun]

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

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heavy metal [noun]

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

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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 lyrics often address social issues and personal experiences .

rap [noun]

a genre of African-American music with a rhythmic speech

Ex: Rap lyrics often cover a wide range of topics , from personal stories to social commentary .

jazz [noun]

a music genre that emphasizes improvisation, complex rhythms, and extended chords, originated in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries

Ex: In jazz , improvisation is just as important as the written music .

techno [noun]

a fast-paced style of electronic dance music with a few or no words

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aspect [noun]

a specific part or side of something that is worth considering

Ex: She approached the problem from a creative aspect , seeking innovative solutions .

music [noun]

a series of sounds made by instruments or voices, arranged in a way that is pleasant to listen to

Ex: My husband 's favorite genre of music is pop .

beat [noun]

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

Ex: The metronome helps musicians practice their timing by providing a steady beat to follow .

chorus [noun]

a group of people assembled to sing together, typically in a musical or theatrical production

Ex: The director instructed the chorus to sing louder for the grand finale .

harmony [noun]

notes of music played or sung in a combination that produces a pleasing effect

Ex: She practiced the piano piece with her sister , focusing on achieving perfect harmony between their parts .

lyric [noun]

(plural) a song's words or text

Ex: The lyrics were so catchy that everyone started singing along .

melody [noun]

the arrangement or succession of single musical notes in a tune or piece of music

Ex: The composer crafted a haunting melody that evoked deep emotions in the audience .

tune [noun]

a sequence of musical notes arranged in a specific order to create a recognizable piece of music

Ex: The catchy tune of the song stayed in my head all day .

rhythm [noun]

a strong repeated pattern of musical notes or sounds

Ex: The rhythm of the song made everyone want to dance .

speed [noun]

the rate or pace at which something or someone moves

Ex: The rocket accelerated to tremendous speeds as it left Earth 's atmosphere .

tempo [noun]

the speed that a piece of music is or should be played at

Ex: The tempo of the music gradually slowed down toward the end .

verse [noun]

a set of words that usually have a rhythmic pattern

Ex: Memorizing a favorite verse can provide comfort during difficult times , serving as a source of inspiration and strength .

rock music [noun]

a genre of popular music, with a strong beat played on electric guitars and drums, evolved from rock and roll and pop music

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Solutions - Intermediate
Introduction - IA - Part 1	Introduction - IA - Part 2	Introduction - IB	Introduction - IC
Unit 1 - 1A - Part 1	Unit 1 - 1A - Part 2	Unit 1 - 1B	Unit 1 - 1C
Unit 1 - 1D	Unit 1 - 1E	Unit 1 - 1F	Unit 1 - 1G
Unit 2 - 2A	Unit 2 - 2C	Unit 2 - 2D	Unit 2 - 2E
Unit 2 - 2F	Unit 2 - 2G	Unit 2 - 2H	Unit 3 - 3A - Part 1
Unit 3 - 3A - Part 2	Unit 3 - 3C	Unit 3 - 3E	Unit 3 - 3F
Unit 3 - 3G	Unit 4 - 4A	Unit 4 - 4C	Unit 4 - 4E
Unit 4 - 4F	Unit 4 - 4G	Unit 5 - 5A - Part 1	Unit 5 - 5A - Part 2
Unit 5 - 5C	Unit 5 - 5E	Unit 5 - 5F	Unit 5 - 5G
Unit 5 - 5H	Unit 6 - 6A	Unit 6 - 6C	Unit 6 - 6E
Unit 6 - 6F	Unit 6 - 6G	Unit 7 - 7A	Unit 7 - 7E
Unit 7 - 7F	Unit 7 - 7G	Unit 7 - 7H	Unit 8 - 8A
Unit 8 - 8C	Unit 8 - 8D	Unit 8 - 8E	Unit 8 - 8F
Unit 8 - 8G	Unit 9 - 9A	Unit 9 - 9C	Unit 9 - 9D
Unit 9 - 9E	Unit 9 - 9F	Unit 9 - 9G	Culture 3
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