Music Vocabulary

Singer

• A person who sings, especially professionally.

• A person who plays a musical instrument.

• A person who writes songs.

• A person who conducts an orchestra.

Musician

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

• A person who writes and composes music.

• A person who manages a band or musical group.

• A person who critiques music and musicians.

Tempo

• The speed of music

• A type of musical instrument

• A genre of music

• A musical notation

Loud

• A low volume level indicating weak sound presence.

• A high volume level indicating strong sound presence.

• A sound that is barely audible.

• A sound that is pleasant to hear.

Quiet/Soft

• Loud

• Quiet/Soft

• Harsh

• Raucous

Instrument

• A tool or device used to produce music.

• A type of food that is eaten.

• A method of communication between people.

• A form of transportation.

Fast

• A term used to describe a high speed or rate of movement.

• A term used to describe a slow speed or rate of movement.

• A term used to describe a moderate speed or rate of movement.

• A term used to describe a variable speed or rate of movement.

Slow

• A term used to describe a low speed or rate of movement.

• A term used to describe a high speed or rate of movement.

• A term used to describe a moderate speed or rate of movement.

• A term used to describe a rapid speed or rate of movement.

Beat/Rhythm

• The basic unit of time in music, often described as the pulse.

• A type of musical composition that includes multiple instruments.

• A technique used to create harmony in music.

• A genre of music characterized by a strong beat.