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Vocabulary for IELTS (General) - Music

Here you will learn some English words about music, such as "beat", "folk", "amplify", etc. that are needed for the IELTS exam.

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beat
[noun]

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

Ex: He could n’t help but nod to beat of the rhythm .
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act
[noun]

a main part of a play, opera, or ballet

Ex: After the intermission , the audience eagerly anticipated the act.
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chart
[noun]

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

Ex: The artist ’s new album topped chart for several consecutive weeks .
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choir
[noun]

a group of singers who perform together, particularly in religious ceremonies or in public

Ex: He sings in a choir that performs classical choral music .
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composer
[noun]

a person who writes music as their profession

Ex: She admired composer's ability to blend various musical styles seamlessly .
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conductor
[noun]

someone who guides and directs an orchestra

Ex: He 's admired for his ability to communicate musical ideas and emotions effectively as conductor.
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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: The folk singer’s lyrics were deeply rooted in the history of their community.
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lyric
[noun]

(plural) a song's words or text

Ex: lyrics of this song resonated with many people in the audience .
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a piece of equipment used for recording voices or sounds or for making one's voice louder

Ex: The conference room was equipped with microphone at each table , allowing all participants to contribute to the discussion .
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rehearsal
[noun]

a session of practice in which performers prepare themselves for a public performance of a concert, play, etc.

Ex: The band members practiced tirelessly rehearsal to synchronize their musical cues .
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to make a movie, music, etc. available to the public

Ex: The record label is releasing the artist's single on all major music platforms.
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acoustic
[Adjective]

(of a musical instrument) making a sound that is natural, not amplified

Ex: They performed acoustic version of the song , using only guitars and vocals .
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to make a sound, especially a musical sound, louder

Ex: The marching band used amplifiers mounted on carts amplify the brass section during the halftime show .
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ballad
[noun]

a tale that is narrated in the form of a song or poem

Ex: ballad's haunting melody and evocative lyrics made it a favorite among fans of traditional music .
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anthem
[noun]

an official song of great importance for a particular country that is performed on certain occasions

Ex: anthem's powerful lyrics and melody evoke strong emotions among citizens during national celebrations .
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cello
[noun]

a large musical instrument of the violin family that is held upright and is played by pulling a bow across its strings

Ex: He took private lessons to improve his bowing technique and intonation on cello.
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to create and perform words of a play, music, etc. on impulse and without preparation, particularly because one is forced to do so

Ex: Unable to find his notes , the improvised a captivating speech on the spot .
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movement
[noun]

one of the main parts that a long musical work is divided into, having its own structure

Ex: The ballet featured several dance sequences , each corresponding to a movement of the orchestral suite .
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recital
[noun]

a public performance of music or poetry by an individual or a small group

Ex: He prepared for recital by practicing daily for several weeks .
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tune
[noun]

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

Ex: He can play almost tune on his guitar by ear .
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melody
[noun]

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

Ex: The jazz pianist improvised a melody, showcasing his improvisational skills during the performance .
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to give a short performance in order to get a role in a movie, play, show, etc.

Ex: They asked him audition again with a different monologue .
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chord
[noun]

three or more musical notes that form a harmony when played together

Ex: The musician 's fingers moved quickly to form chord on the fretboard .
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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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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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gig
[noun]

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

Ex: After months of practice , they were excited for their gig in front of a live audience .
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record
[noun]

a round, thin piece of plastic with a hole in the middle, on which music, etc. is recorded

Ex: There 's something special about hearing a song played on a record.
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the act of presenting something such as a play, piece of music, etc. for entertainment

Ex: The magicianperformance captivated all the children .
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musical
[noun]

any theatrical performance that combines singing, dancing, and acting to tell a story

Ex: I was captivated by the emotional depth of the musical, as it beautifully conveyed the characters' struggles and triumphs through powerful performances.
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live
[Adjective]

(of TV or radio broadcasts) aired at the exact moment the events are taking place, without any earlier recording or editing

Ex: The news channel provided live coverage of the presidential debate.
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to stream
[Verb]

to send an audio or video directly over the internet with an uninterrupted flow

Ex: They used a strong connection stream the match without interruptions .
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