Music

 

1. Chorister: member of choir especially its leader
2. Contralto: lowest female voice
3. Glee club: choral group usually large
4. Hymn: religious or sacred song
5. Libretto: words and texts of opera
6. Leider: stylized German song
7. Opera: drama in which text is entirely sung
8. Baton: conductor’s light rd usually to keep time
9. Conductor: leader of orchestra
10. Consort : ensemble of singers and instrumentalists
11. Improvisation : composition of music while performing it
12. Recital : concert given by individual performer
13. Ballad : slow sentimental romantic song
14. Symphony: full orchestra
15. Chantey : sailor’s work song
16. Gospel : popular Christian church music
17. Ditty : brief, humorous and simple song
18. Riff : short melodic passage played on an instrument
19. Unplugged : performed without electronic amplification or effects
20. Virtuoso : performer with great skill or artistry

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