Music Terminology Flashcards - Taboo!

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A Cappella

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Singing without instrumental accompaniment.

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Alto

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A lower female voice or the second highest vocal part in choral music.

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Arranger

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A person who adapts a piece of music for different instruments or voices.

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Bar/Measure

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A segment of music that contains a specific number of beats.

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Bar Line

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A vertical line on the staff that separates bars/measures.

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Bass

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The lowest male singing voice or the lowest part in music.

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Bow

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A stick with horsehair used to play string instruments like the violin or cello.

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Choir

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A group of singers who perform together, often in parts.

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Chord

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Three or more notes played at the same time.

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Cello

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A large string instrument with a deep sound, played sitting down.