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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 Academic IELTS (8)

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

Ex: Sound engineers use acoustic treatments to reverberation in recording studios , ensuring a clean and precise audio recording .
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encore
[noun]

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

Ex: The audience clapped loudly , hoping for encore from the jazz trio .
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duet
[noun]

a piece of music written for two performers

Ex: The duet added a lively touch to the evening 's performance .
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coda
[noun]

the final passage of an extended musical composition

Ex: The audience erupted in applause as coda ended , impressed by the musicians ' ability to deliver such a captivating and climactic finale .
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arpeggio
[noun]

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

Ex: Jazz improvisation often involves arpeggios to navigate through chord progressions with fluidity and creativity .
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atonality
[noun]

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

Ex: The pianist 's mastery atonality allowed him to perform the avant-garde piece with incredible depth and sensitivity .
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a musical technique that consists of mixing two or more separate melodies into one harmony

Ex: counterpoint is essential for understanding the complexity and beauty of Baroque music , as it involves the interplay of several melodic lines .
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discord
[noun]

an unusual combination of musical notes that sound strange when played

Ex: Musicians often discord to evoke emotions of unease and discomfort .
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libretto
[noun]

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

Ex: libretto of the new opera was praised for its lyrical beauty and its ability to convey complex emotions through simple yet powerful language .
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rendition
[noun]

a particular way in which a musical piece or a dramatic role is represented or interpreted

Ex: The choirrendition of the traditional hymn brought new life to the centuries-old melody , imbuing it with a contemporary yet respectful flair .
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all of the records or a list of the records that have been created by a particular singer, composer or musical band

Ex: The new app offers streaming access to the discography of popular musicians .
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tracklist
[noun]

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

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

Ex: video jockey used cutting-edge software to synchronize the visuals with the DJ 's beats , enhancing the overall performance with stunning graphics and effects .
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cadenza
[noun]

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

Ex: The composer included cadenza near the end of the piece , allowing the soloist to shine with a dramatic and complex passage .
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chaconne
[noun]

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

Ex: In the recital , the musician 's rendition of chaconne demonstrated not only technical skill but also a profound understanding of the baroque style .
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ditty
[noun]

a short and simple song or poem

Ex: The radio played a ditty that soon became stuck in everyone 's head , with people humming it long after the broadcast ended .
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rhapsody
[noun]

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

Ex: She wrote a rhapsody for solo violin and orchestra , expressing her emotions and experiences through the soaring melodies and rich harmonies .
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a stock of plays, songs, dances, etc. that a company or a performer is prepared to perform

Ex: The orchestrarepertoire featured a wide range of musical styles and periods , from Baroque to contemporary , allowing them to tailor their programs to different audiences and venues .
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treble
[noun]

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

Ex: The violinist practiced the treble passages diligently, striving for flawless execution in the upcoming concert.
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octave
[noun]

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

Ex: The singer 's range extended over octaves, impressing the judges .
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clef
[noun]

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

Ex: In medieval music notation, the G clef resembled a small letter "g" and indicated the position of the note "G" on the staff.
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long play
[noun]

a full-length album

Ex: Before the digital era, music enthusiasts cherished the experience of flipping an LP to listen to the tracks on the other side.
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a music recording that contains more tracks than a single but fewer tracks than a full album

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maestro
[noun]

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

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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 DJ 's remix was crossover hit , blending elements of house and reggae to create a dancefloor sensation .
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the deliberate transition from discordant or tense notes or chords to harmonious and stable ones, delivering a musically satisfying and conclusive sound

Ex: The electronic music producer played with unconventional harmonies , surprising the audience with resolutions that challenged traditional musical expectations .
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