Music
SAT Humanities / Music
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the different elements that form something or the arrangement of these elements
The composition of water molecules consists of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom, chemically bonded together.
View Full Definitiona number representing the points, goals, etc. a player achieves in a competition or game
Everyone at the party was surprised by the high score in the card game.
View Full Definitionthe size, amount, or degree of one thing compared with another
The scale of the earthquake was so immense that it caused widespread damage across the region.
View Full Definitionhaving blended sounds or tones that combine in a pleasing way
The choir produced a harmonic blend that filled the concert hall with rich, beautiful sounds.
View Full Definitiona long and sophisticated musical composition written for a large orchestra, in three or four movements
The orchestra's rendition of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony was truly captivating.
View Full Definitiona musical composition that is written for one or more solo instruments and accompanied by an orchestra with three movements
The orchestra performed a beautiful concerto by Mozart, featuring a talented soloist on the piano.
View Full Definitionhaving a pleasing, musical sound
The singer's melodic voice captivated the entire audience.
View Full Definitiona musical composition that is specifically written for two violins, a viola, and a cello, and typically consists of four movements
View Full Definitionsomeone whose profession is to write the words of a song, or lyrics
View Full Definitionsomeone who plays the saxophone
The saxophonist delivered an impressive solo during the jazz concert.
View Full Definitionmarked by exceptional technique, refined ability, or artistic brilliance in a particular discipline
Her virtuoso brushwork gave the portrait a lifelike glow.
View Full Definitionthe main female singer in an opera or opera company
View Full Definitionthe musical support provided by one or more instruments or voices to enhance or complement a soloist or main melody
The guitarist provided a rhythmic accompaniment to the singer's soulful rendition of the ballad.
View Full Definitiona style of vocal singing in opera and oratorio characterized by a speech-like delivery, used to advance the plot or convey dialogue
The recitative's conversational style allowed the singer to convey the character's emotions with authenticity.
View Full Definitiona long, elaborate song that is melodious and is intended for a solo voice, especially in an opera
View Full Definitionany musical instruments that can produce sound when its strings are touched or struck
The violin is a popular string instrument used in both classical and contemporary music.
View Full Definitiona musical instrument that produces sound by vibrating air within a tube or pipe, typically made of wood or metal
The flute, with its delicate and airy tones, is a classic example of a woodwind instrument.
View Full Definitiona woodwind double-reed instrument with a long tubular body and holes and keys on top
She plays the oboe in the orchestra.
View Full Definitionan ancient wind instrument shaped like an egg with holes in its body that are covered with the fingers
View Full Definitiona small, four-stringed musical instrument resembling a guitar, originating from Hawaii
At the luau, the musicians serenaded us with the gentle melodies of the ukulele, transporting us to the shores of Waikiki.
View Full Definitiona wind instrument with a reed and several sticks, played by squeezing a bag and blowing through one of its pipes, originated from Scotland
The bagpipe is a traditional Scottish musical instrument with a distinctive sound.
View Full Definitionan electronic musical instrument played without physical contact, controlled by hand movements near two antennas that manipulate electromagnetic fields to produce sound
View Full Definitionan early keyboard instrument resembling a piano in which the strings are plucked rather than being hit with a hammer
View Full Definitiona box-like musical instrument that is held in both hands and is played by squeezing and stretching it while pressing its keys
He played a lively polka tune on the accordion at the street fair.
View Full Definitiona woodwind instrument of the oboe family consisting of a long wooden tube and a double reed
View Full Definitiona type of piano equipped with a mechanism that allows it to play music automatically
The player piano in the corner of the room entertained guests with its lively tunes.
View Full Definitionproducing a sharp, powerful sound, typically by hitting or striking something
The percussive beats of the drum added rhythm to the music.
View Full Definitionan electronic device that strengthens electrical signals or causes sounds to get louder
The guitarist plugged his electric guitar into the amplifier to increase its volume.
View Full Definitionhaving elements or ideas that strongly disagree or clash
Their opinions on the matter were dissonant, leading to heated debates and disagreements.
View Full Definitionan auditory experience created by the combination of musical and non-musical sounds within a particular area or context
The composer created a soundscape for the film that blended orchestral music with natural sounds.
View Full Definitiona subgenre of jazz marked by its infectious, propulsive rhythm, prominent use of brass and woodwind instruments, and its association with the swing era of the 1930s and 1940s
The dance floor was packed with people eager to move to the infectious rhythms of swing music.
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