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Total English - Pre-intermediate - Unit 2 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - Reference in the Total English Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "composer", "heavy metal", "speech", etc.

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Total English - Pre-intermediate
classical
classical
[noun]

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

Ex: She prefers listening to classical over pop music. 
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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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jazz
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: He's learning to play jazz on the piano, focusing on improvisation techniques. 
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Latin
Latin
[noun]

a genre of music that originated in Latin America

Ex: He attended a Latin concert that featured salsa and reggaeton. 
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opera
opera
[noun]

a musical play sung and performed by singers

Ex: He's an opera singer with a powerful voice. 
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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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reggae
reggae
[noun]

a genre of music that originated in Jamaica, characterized by a steady rhythm, offbeat accents, and lyrics often addressing social and political themes

Ex: Bob Marley is one of the most famous artists in reggae music. 
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soul
soul
[noun]

a type of music popularized by African American musicians that expresses strong and deep emotions

Ex: The singer's powerful voice and emotional delivery made her a standout performer in the soul music genre. 
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techno
techno
[noun]

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

Ex: Techno fans often appreciate the minimalist and futuristic sounds of the genre. 
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album
album
[noun]

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

Ex: The band released their new album last week, featuring ten original songs. 
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artist
artist
[noun]

a person who dances, sings, acts, etc. professionally

Ex: He is an accomplished artist, having starred in several musicals and films. 
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band
band
[noun]

a group of musicians and singers playing popular music

Ex: The band released their debut album last year, which quickly gained popularity. 
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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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concert
concert
[noun]

a public performance by musicians or singers

Ex: After the concert, the band met with fans for autographs. 
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to download

to add data to a computer from the Internet or another computer

Ex: She downloaded the app to keep track of her daily activities. 
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single
single
[noun]

a CD or a musical record that has only one main song, often released separately from an album to promote it

Ex: The band released a new single ahead of their upcoming album. 
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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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duet
duet
[noun]

a piece of music written for two performers

Ex: The pianist and violinist performed a beautiful duet at the concert. 
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flop
flop
[noun]

something that fails completely or is unsuccessful

Ex: The movie was a box office flop. 
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hit
hit
[noun]

something, such as a movie, play, song, etc. that is very popular and successful

Ex: Her first novel was a hit and sold millions of copies worldwide. 
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lyric
lyric
[noun]

(plural) a song's words or text

Ex: The singer delivered the heartfelt lyrics with passion and emotion, moving the audience to tears. 
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solo
solo
[noun]

a musical piece written for one singer or instrument

Ex: The pianist played a beautiful solo during the concert. 
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soundtrack

the recorded sounds, speeches, or music of a movie, play, or musical

Ex: The movie's soundtrack features a mix of classical and modern music. 
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theme song

a musical piece that represents or is closely associated with a particular television show, movie, video game, event, or other media production

Ex: The theme song of the TV show is instantly recognizable and sets the tone for the series. 
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charity
charity
[noun]

an organization that helps those in need by giving them money, food, etc.

Ex: The charity organized a fundraiser to support homeless shelters. 
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speech
speech
[noun]

a formal talk about a particular topic given to an audience

Ex: The politician delivered an inspiring speech at the campaign rally. 
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award
award
[noun]

a prize or money given to a person for their great performance

Ex: She received a lifetime achievement award for her work in cinema. 
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prize
prize
[noun]

anything that is given as a reward to someone who has done very good work or to the winner of a contest, game of chance, etc.

Ex: She was thrilled to receive the first prize in the art competition for her stunning painting. 
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competition

the act of trying to achieve a goal by doing better than others who are also aiming for the same goal

Ex: There's intense competition among smartphone manufacturers to release the most innovative devices. 
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top of the charts

the highest-ranking position on a list of popular songs, albums, or other media

Ex: His song finally reached the top of the charts. 
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pop music
pop music
[noun]

popular music, especially with young people, consisting a strong rhythm and simple tunes

Ex: Her pop music playlist always gets the party started. 
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rock music

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

Ex: He hosts a radio show that explores the history of rock music. 
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