Music voc Flashcards
catchy
Instantly appealing or
memorable.
upbeat
Cheerful and optimistic in tone or
style.
cheerful
Full of happiness or good spirits.
dramatic
Striking in appearance or effect;
theatrical.
experimental
Involving new ideas or methods,
often creative and
unconventional.
energetic
Showing or involving great
vitality or enthusiasm.
explosive
Sudden and loud or forceful;
having a powerful effect.
harmonious
Forming a pleasing or consistent
whole, often related to sound.
improvised
Created or performed
spontaneously without
preparation.
intro
The beginning section of a piece
of music or performance
jazzy
Having the lively, improvisational
characteristics of jazz music.
groovy
Cool, stylish, or appealing, often
with a rhythmic or funky vibe.
heroic
Having qualities of bravery or
grandeur, often dramatic and
powerful.
flawless
Without any mistakes or defects;
perfect.
resonant
Deep, clear, and continuing to
sound or echo.
Front of House
The area in a performance
venue where the audience sits
and staff interact with them.
stagehand
A worker who helps backstage
with the technical aspects of a
performance.
musician
A person who plays a musical
instrument or is musically
talented.
tune
A melody or a song.
venue
A place where an event, such as
a concert, takes place.
rhythm
A regular, repeated pattern of
sounds or movements.
to perform
To present a form of
entertainment, like music, to an
audience.
to appear
To participate or show up at an
event or in a public place.
to request
To ask for something, such as a
song.
a producer
A person responsible for the
overall production of a musical
recording.
lyrics
The words of a song.
track
A single song or recording on an
album.
contemporary
Belonging to the present time;
modern.
choir
A group of people who sing
together, typically in a church or
concert setting.
chart
A list ranking songs, albums, or
artists based on popularity or
sales.
chorus
The part of a song that is repeated after each verse.
gig
A live performance, especially in
music.
composer
A person who writes music.
out of tune
Not correctly pitched; off-key.
to release
To make a song or album
available to the public.
debut
A first public appearance or
performance.
rehearsal
A practice session before a
performance.
to hum
To sing with closed lips,
producing a soft sound.
an excerpt
A short part taken from a longer
piece of music, writing, or
speech.
a line-up
The list of performers or bands
for an event.
a set
A group of songs or pieces
performed by an artist or band in
one session.
a conductor
A person who directs a musical
performance, especially an
orchestra.
acoustic
Music that is produced without
electronic amplification.
to jam
To play music informally, often
improvising.
to dedicate
To devote a song, performance,
or other work to someone.
sampling
Using a portion of a sound
recording in another piece of
music.
live performance
A performance given in front of
an audience, not pre-recorded.
to busk < a
busker
To perform music or
entertainment in a public place
for donations.
a cover
A new performance or recording
of a previously released song by
someone else.
set list
The list of songs that an artist
plans to perform during a
concert.
backstage
The area behind or to the side of
the stage where performers
prepare.
on stage
The area where performers
appear to perform in front of an
audience.
rider
A list of demands or
requirements given by an artist
to the event organizers.
roadie
A person who helps with the
equipment and setup for a band
or performer.
groupie
A fan who follows a band or
celebrity, often obsessively.sound check A test of audio equipment before
a performance.
to relate to
To understand or feel connected
to something emotionally.
to attend a concert
To go to a live musical
performance.
to sing along
To join in singing with a song or
performer.
headliner
The main act or performer at a
concert or event.
mosh pit
An area in front of the stage
where people dance
energetically, often rough or
chaotic.
famous <-> infamous
Well-known or recognized by
many people for positive
achievements.
melodious
Having a pleasant and
harmonious sound.
mellow
Soft, rich, and pleasant; often
used to describe sound, flavor,
or mood.
poetic
Expressive, often in a beautiful
or rhythmic way, like poetry.
riveting
Completely engrossing or
absorbing; commanding full
attention.
sophisticated
Complex, cultured, and
knowledgeable; showing worldly
experience.
refined
Elegant, cultured, and polished.
soothing
Calming, relaxing, or comforting.
timeless
Not affected by the passage of
time; enduring and classic.
uplifting
Inspiring hope or happiness;
making someone feel better.
up-tempo
Fast-paced or lively in rhythm or
mood.
gentle
Soft, mild, and kind in nature or
effect.
smooth
Without roughness or harshness;
pleasant and easy to the senses.
piercing sound
A high, sharp, and often painful
sound.
warm
Having a comforting, friendly, or
welcoming quality.
deep
Low in pitch or intense in
emotion or thought.
melancholic
Feeling or expressing sadness or
sorrow.
exciting
Creating a feeling of enthusiasm
or eagerness.
rejuvenating
Restoring energy, vitality, or
freshness.
enlightening
Giving knowledge or
understanding; informative.
exhilarating
Thrilling and exciting, causing a
feeling of elation.
melodramatic
Exaggerated or overly emotional.
vibrant
Full of energy, life, or color.
masterful
Showing great skill or expertise.
loud
Making a lot of noise; high in
volume.
soft
Gentle and quiet; not harsh.
off-key
Out of tune; not in harmony with
the correct musical pitch.
calming
Causing someone to feel relaxed
and peaceful.
relaxing
Making someone feel less
stressed or tense.
in tune
In the correct musical pitch or
harmony.
out of tune
Not in harmony; producing a
sound that is off-pitch.
soulful
Full of emotion, especially deep
or heartfelt emotion.
brisk
Quick and energetic; marked by
speed or liveliness.
to know the score
To understand the real situation,
especially when it involves
something unpleasant.
to blow/toot my
horn/trumpet
To brag or boast about one’s
achievements or abilities.
to face the music
To confront the consequences of
one’s actions, especially
something unpleasant.
to fine tune
To make small adjustments or
improvements to achieve optimal
performance or quality.
to call the tune
To be in control and make
important decisions.
to play it by ear
To improvise or deal with a
situation as it develops rather
than following a fixed plan.
as fit as fiddle
In excellent physical health.
all that jazz
Everything else related to or
similar to what has been
mentioned.
it takes two to tango
Both parties involved in a
situation are responsible or
needed to make something
happen.
hit/strike the
right note
To do or say something in a way
that is very successful or wellreceived.
to change your tune
To change your opinion, attitude,
or behavior, especially in a way
that’s more favorable.
music to my ears
Something that is very pleasant
or agreeable to hear.
to ring a bell
To sound familiar or remind
someone of something, though
they may not remember the
exact details.
