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Music and performance – English vocabulary

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26 English words with meanings: album, ballet (dancer), bass guitar, bass guitarist, cellist… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice…

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Word list

  1. album /'ælbəm/ (noun) — a collection of songs or pieces of music released together
    Example: Her new album came out last week.
    Synonyms: record, music collection
  2. ballet (dancer) /'bæleɪ 'dænsər/ (noun) — a person who dances in a classical style with graceful movements
    Example: The ballet dancer moved gracefully across the stage.
    Synonyms: dancer, ballerina
  3. bass guitar /,beɪs ɡɪ'tɑ:r/ (noun) — a large guitar with a low sound
    Example: He plays the bass guitar in a rock band.
    Synonyms: electric bass, bass
  4. bass guitarist /,beɪs ɡɪ'tɑ:rɪst/ (noun) — a person who plays a low-sounding guitar
    Example: The bass guitarist kept the rhythm steady.
    Synonyms: bass player, guitarist
  5. cellist /'tʃelɪst/ (noun) — a person who plays the large string instrument held between the knees
    Example: The cellist played a beautiful solo.
    Synonyms: cello player
  6. classical music /,klæsɪkəl 'mju:zɪk/ (phrase) — music written in a traditional style, often for orchestras
    Example: We listened to classical music after dinner.
    Synonyms: orchestral music, traditional music
  7. composer /kəm'poʊzər/ (noun) — a person who writes music
    Example: The composer wrote a famous symphony.
    Synonyms: songwriter, music writer
  8. conductor /kən'dʌktər/ (noun) — a person who leads a group of musicians
    Example: The conductor raised his baton.
    Synonyms: bandleader, orchestra leader
  9. dancer /'dænsər/ (noun) — a person who moves to music as a job or hobby
    Example: She is a talented dancer.
    Synonyms: performer, ballet dancer, artist
  10. disc jockey (DJ) /'dɪsk ,dʒɑki/ (noun) — a person who plays recorded music for people to dance or listen to
    Example: The disc jockey played music all night.
    Synonyms: DJ, radio host
  11. DJ (disc jockey) /,di:'dʒeɪ/ (noun) — a person who plays recorded music for people to dance or listen to
    Example: The DJ kept everyone dancing.
    Synonyms: disc jockey, DJ
  12. drummer /'drʌmər/ (noun) — a person who plays the drums
    Example: The drummer started the song with a strong beat.
    Synonyms: percussionist, drum player
  13. folk music /,foʊk 'mju:zɪk/ (phrase) — traditional music from a country or region, often passed down by ear
    Example: They danced to folk music at the festival.
    Synonyms: traditional music, regional music
  14. guitar /ɡɪ'tɑ:r/ (noun) — a string instrument with a body and a long neck, usually played by strumming
    Example: He bought a new guitar last week.
  15. guitarist /'ɡɪtɑ:rɪst/ (noun) — a person who plays the guitar
    Example: The guitarist played a fast solo.
    Synonyms: guitar player
  16. keyboard player /'ki:bɔ:rd ,pleɪər/ (noun) — a person who plays a keyboard instrument
    Example: Our keyboard player joined the band yesterday.
    Synonyms: keyboardist
  17. live adj /laɪv/ (adjective) — happening in front of an audience at the time
    Example: We saw a live concert last night.
    Synonyms: real-time, in person
  18. lyrics /'lɪrɪks/ (noun) — the words of a song
    Example: I forgot the lyrics to the song.
    Synonyms: words, song words
  19. musical /'mju:zɪkəl/ (adjective) — relating to music or having a strong love of music
    Example: He has a very musical voice.
    Synonyms: melodic, harmonious, music-loving
  20. opera (singer) /'ɑ:pərə 'sɪŋər/ (noun) — a singer who sings in opera
    Example: The opera singer received a big applause.
    Synonyms: opera vocalist
  21. orchestra /'ɔ:rkɪstrə/ (noun) — a large group of musicians who play together
    Example: The orchestra played beautifully.
    Synonyms: ensemble, symphony orchestra
  22. perform /pər'fɔ:rm/ (verb) — to play or sing for an audience
    Example: She will perform at the school concert.
    Synonyms: play, appear
  23. performance /pər'fɔ:rməns/ (noun) — a show of music, dance, or acting for an audience
    Example: His performance impressed the audience.
    Synonyms: show, act
  24. pianist /'pi:ənɪst/ (noun) — a person who plays the piano
    Example: The pianist played a quiet piece.
    Synonyms: piano player
  25. piano /pi'ænoʊ/ (noun) — a large keyboard instrument with black and white keys
    Example: She learned to play the piano at age six.
  26. pop music /pɑ:p 'mju:zɪk/ (phrase) — popular modern music with a strong beat and simple tunes
    Example: They listened to pop music on the radio.
    Synonyms: popular music, pop

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