Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 8-9) - Music

Here, you will learn some English words related to Music that are necessary for the Academic IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 8-9)

reverberation [noun]

the persistence of sound in an enclosed space after the original sound source has stopped

Ex: In a small , carpeted room , the lack of reverberation resulted in a more intimate and controlled acoustic environment .

encore [noun]

an additional or repeated piece that is performed at the end of a concert, because the audience has asked for it

Ex: Fans were thrilled when the singer performed an encore of her biggest hit .

duet [noun]

a piece of music written for two performers

Ex: She looked forward to singing a duet with her favorite artist .

coda [noun]

the final passage of an extended musical composition

Ex: As the orchestra reached the coda , the conductor emphasized the dynamics , guiding the musicians to a thrilling and emphatic finish .

arpeggio [noun]

a musical technique where the notes of a chord are played individually in a sequence rather than simultaneously

Ex: During the guitar solo , the musician skillfully executed a rapid arpeggio , adding a dynamic and expressive element to the performance .

atonality [noun]

the quality that marks the absence of a key in a musical composition

Ex: The atonality in the soundtrack perfectly complemented the film 's unsettling and surreal atmosphere .

counterpoint [noun]

a musical composition in which two or more independent melodies are played or sung simultaneously, creating harmony and interplay

Ex: Mastering counterpoint is essential for classical composition .

discord [noun]

an unusual combination of musical notes that sound strange when played

Ex: A moment of discord disrupted the otherwise harmonious melody .

libretto [noun]

the text of a musical play, an opera, or other extended vocal works

Ex: The opera 's success was largely due to its compelling libretto , which told a dramatic and emotionally resonant story .

rendition [noun]

a performance of a musical composition, dramatic role, or other artistic work

Ex: The band 's rendition of the national anthem brought the audience to its feet .

discography [noun]

all of the records or a list of the records that have been created by a particular singer, composer or musical band

Ex: His discography spans over two decades of influential jazz recordings .

tracklist [noun]

a set of musical pieces or songs listed in the same order in which they appear on a recording

video jockey [noun]

a person whose job is to introduce and play music videos on TV, at a party, etc.

Ex: His career as a video jockey began in college , where he discovered a passion for combining visual art with electronic music .

cadenza [noun]

a solo section at the end of a musical piece for the performer to show their skill and creativity

Ex: The pianist 's cadenza in the concerto was an extraordinary display of technical prowess and expressive depth .

chaconne [noun]

a musical composition in moderate triple time, popular in the baroque era

Ex: She practiced the chaconne diligently , focusing on mastering the repeating bass line and the elaborate variations that defined the piece .

ditty [noun]

a short and simple song or poem

Ex: She hummed a catchy ditty while she worked , finding solace in the simple joy of melody amid the day 's tasks .

rhapsody [noun]

an instrumental composition marked with irregular form and improvisation, expressing strong emotions

Ex: The pianist performed Rachmaninoff 's " Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini " with virtuosic flair , captivating the audience with its lyrical melodies and dazzling technique .

repertoire [noun]

a stock of plays, songs, dances, etc. that a company or a performer is prepared to perform

Ex: The rock band expanded their repertoire with each album , exploring new genres and pushing the boundaries of their musical style .

treble [noun]

the part in harmonic music or the voice with the highest pitch that belongs to a boy or female vocalist

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octave [noun]

the interval between the first and the last notes in eight diatonic degrees

Ex: The song 's bridge included a challenging octave jump for the lead vocalist .

clef [noun]

any of the signs written on the left-hand end of a staff indicating the pitch of the notes

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long play [noun]

a full-length album

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extended play [noun]

a music recording that contains more tracks than a single but fewer tracks than a full album

maestro [noun]

a person who is an expert or master in conducting or directing an orchestra or musical performance

crossover [noun]

the process of changing the style or form by a musician in order to appeal to a wider range of people

Ex: The classical violinist 's crossover performance with a rock band brought a fresh and unexpected energy to the concert stage .

resolution [noun]

the deliberate transition from discordant or tense notes or chords to harmonious and stable ones, delivering a musically satisfying and conclusive sound

Ex: As the haunting melody unfolded , the composer strategically placed moments of resolution , offering a comforting resolution to the overall melancholic atmosphere .

Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 8-9)
Size and Scale	Dimensions and Areas	Weight and Steadiness	Shapes
Increase in Amount	Decrease in Amount	Intensity	Speed
Significance	Uniqueness	Value	Complexity
Challenges	Quality	Success	Failure
Body Shape	Age and Appearance	Wellness	Intelligence
Human Traits	Positive Emotional Responses	Negative Emotional Responses	Positive Emotional States
Negative Emotional States	Social Behaviours	Tastes and Smells	Textures
Sounds	Temperature	Opinions	Thoughts and Decisions
Encouragement and Discouragement	Respect and Approval	Request and Suggestion	Attempt and Prevention
Movements	Body Language and Gestures	Commanding and Giving Permissions	Engaging in Verbal Communication
Eating and Drinking	Preparing Food	Science	Changing and Forming
Education	Astronomy	Physics	Biology
Chemistry	Geology	Philosophy	Psychology
Maths and Graphs	Geometry	Environment	Energy and Power
Landscape and Geography	Engineering	Technology	Internet
Computer	History	Religion	Culture and Custom
Language	Arts	Music	Film and Theatre
Literature	Architecture	Marketing	Finance
Management	Medicine	Sickness and Symptoms	Law
Crime	Punishment	Government	Politics
War	Measurement	Emotions	Travel and Migration
Weather	Pollution	Disasters	Animals
Food and Drinks	Adverbs of Manner