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Music voc Flashcards

1
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catchy

A

Instantly appealing or
memorable.

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upbeat

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Cheerful and optimistic in tone or
style.

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cheerful

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Full of happiness or good spirits.

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dramatic

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Striking in appearance or effect;
theatrical.

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experimental

A

Involving new ideas or methods,
often creative and
unconventional.

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energetic

A

Showing or involving great
vitality or enthusiasm.

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explosive

A

Sudden and loud or forceful;
having a powerful effect.

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harmonious

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Forming a pleasing or consistent
whole, often related to sound.

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improvised

A

Created or performed
spontaneously without
preparation.

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intro

A

The beginning section of a piece
of music or performance

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jazzy

A

Having the lively, improvisational
characteristics of jazz music.

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groovy

A

Cool, stylish, or appealing, often
with a rhythmic or funky vibe.

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heroic

A

Having qualities of bravery or
grandeur, often dramatic and
powerful.

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flawless

A

Without any mistakes or defects;
perfect.

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resonant

A

Deep, clear, and continuing to
sound or echo.

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Front of House

A

The area in a performance
venue where the audience sits
and staff interact with them.

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stagehand

A

A worker who helps backstage
with the technical aspects of a
performance.

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musician

A

A person who plays a musical
instrument or is musically
talented.

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tune

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A melody or a song.

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venue

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A place where an event, such as
a concert, takes place.

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rhythm

A

A regular, repeated pattern of
sounds or movements.

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to perform

A

To present a form of
entertainment, like music, to an
audience.

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to appear

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To participate or show up at an
event or in a public place.

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to request

A

To ask for something, such as a
song.

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a producer

A

A person responsible for the
overall production of a musical
recording.

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lyrics

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The words of a song.

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track

A

A single song or recording on an
album.

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contemporary

A

Belonging to the present time;
modern.

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29
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choir

A

A group of people who sing
together, typically in a church or
concert setting.

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chart

A

A list ranking songs, albums, or
artists based on popularity or
sales.

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chorus

A

The part of a song that is repeated after each verse.

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gig

A

A live performance, especially in
music.

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composer

A

A person who writes music.

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out of tune

A

Not correctly pitched; off-key.

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35
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to release

A

To make a song or album
available to the public.

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debut

A

A first public appearance or
performance.

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37
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rehearsal

A

A practice session before a
performance.

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to hum

A

To sing with closed lips,
producing a soft sound.

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39
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an excerpt

A

A short part taken from a longer
piece of music, writing, or
speech.

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a line-up

A

The list of performers or bands
for an event.

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41
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a set

A

A group of songs or pieces
performed by an artist or band in
one session.

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42
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a conductor

A

A person who directs a musical
performance, especially an
orchestra.

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43
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acoustic

A

Music that is produced without
electronic amplification.

44
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to jam

A

To play music informally, often
improvising.

45
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to dedicate

A

To devote a song, performance,
or other work to someone.

46
Q

sampling

A

Using a portion of a sound
recording in another piece of
music.

47
Q

live performance

A

A performance given in front of
an audience, not pre-recorded.

48
Q

to busk < a
busker

A

To perform music or
entertainment in a public place
for donations.

49
Q

a cover

A

A new performance or recording
of a previously released song by
someone else.

50
Q

set list

A

The list of songs that an artist
plans to perform during a
concert.

51
Q

backstage

A

The area behind or to the side of
the stage where performers
prepare.

52
Q

on stage

A

The area where performers
appear to perform in front of an
audience.

53
Q

rider

A

A list of demands or
requirements given by an artist
to the event organizers.

54
Q

roadie

A

A person who helps with the
equipment and setup for a band
or performer.

55
Q

groupie

A

A fan who follows a band or
celebrity, often obsessively.sound check A test of audio equipment before
a performance.

56
Q

to relate to

A

To understand or feel connected
to something emotionally.

57
Q

to attend a concert

A

To go to a live musical
performance.

58
Q

to sing along

A

To join in singing with a song or
performer.

59
Q

headliner

A

The main act or performer at a
concert or event.

60
Q

mosh pit

A

An area in front of the stage
where people dance
energetically, often rough or
chaotic.

61
Q

famous <-> infamous

A

Well-known or recognized by
many people for positive
achievements.

62
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melodious

A

Having a pleasant and
harmonious sound.

63
Q

mellow

A

Soft, rich, and pleasant; often
used to describe sound, flavor,
or mood.

64
Q

poetic

A

Expressive, often in a beautiful
or rhythmic way, like poetry.

65
Q

riveting

A

Completely engrossing or
absorbing; commanding full
attention.

66
Q

sophisticated

A

Complex, cultured, and
knowledgeable; showing worldly
experience.

66
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refined

A

Elegant, cultured, and polished.

67
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soothing

A

Calming, relaxing, or comforting.

68
Q

timeless

A

Not affected by the passage of
time; enduring and classic.

69
Q

uplifting

A

Inspiring hope or happiness;
making someone feel better.

70
Q

up-tempo

A

Fast-paced or lively in rhythm or
mood.

71
Q

gentle

A

Soft, mild, and kind in nature or
effect.

72
Q

smooth

A

Without roughness or harshness;
pleasant and easy to the senses.

73
Q

piercing sound

A

A high, sharp, and often painful
sound.

74
Q

warm

A

Having a comforting, friendly, or
welcoming quality.

75
Q

deep

A

Low in pitch or intense in
emotion or thought.

76
Q

melancholic

A

Feeling or expressing sadness or
sorrow.

77
Q

exciting

A

Creating a feeling of enthusiasm
or eagerness.

78
Q

rejuvenating

A

Restoring energy, vitality, or
freshness.

79
Q

enlightening

A

Giving knowledge or
understanding; informative.

80
Q

exhilarating

A

Thrilling and exciting, causing a
feeling of elation.

81
Q

melodramatic

A

Exaggerated or overly emotional.

82
Q

vibrant

A

Full of energy, life, or color.

83
Q

masterful

A

Showing great skill or expertise.

84
Q

loud

A

Making a lot of noise; high in
volume.

85
Q

soft

A

Gentle and quiet; not harsh.

86
Q

off-key

A

Out of tune; not in harmony with
the correct musical pitch.

87
Q

calming

A

Causing someone to feel relaxed
and peaceful.

88
Q

relaxing

A

Making someone feel less
stressed or tense.

89
Q

in tune

A

In the correct musical pitch or
harmony.

90
Q

out of tune

A

Not in harmony; producing a
sound that is off-pitch.

91
Q

soulful

A

Full of emotion, especially deep
or heartfelt emotion.

92
Q

brisk

A

Quick and energetic; marked by
speed or liveliness.

93
Q

to know the score

A

To understand the real situation,
especially when it involves
something unpleasant.

94
Q

to blow/toot my
horn/trumpet

A

To brag or boast about one’s
achievements or abilities.

95
Q

to face the music

A

To confront the consequences of
one’s actions, especially
something unpleasant.

96
Q

to fine tune

A

To make small adjustments or
improvements to achieve optimal
performance or quality.

97
Q

to call the tune

A

To be in control and make
important decisions.

98
Q

to play it by ear

A

To improvise or deal with a
situation as it develops rather
than following a fixed plan.

99
Q

as fit as fiddle

A

In excellent physical health.

100
Q

all that jazz

A

Everything else related to or
similar to what has been
mentioned.

101
Q

it takes two to tango

A

Both parties involved in a
situation are responsible or
needed to make something
happen.

102
Q

hit/strike the
right note

A

To do or say something in a way
that is very successful or wellreceived.

103
Q

to change your tune

A

To change your opinion, attitude,
or behavior, especially in a way
that’s more favorable.

104
Q

music to my ears

A

Something that is very pleasant
or agreeable to hear.

105
Q

to ring a bell

A

To sound familiar or remind
someone of something, though
they may not remember the
exact details.

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