Music Terminology

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melody

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The main tune in a piece of music that is often played or sung more than once.

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interpret

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To explain the meaning of something.

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evaluate

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To judge or determine the significance, worth, or quality of something.

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compare

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To examine the ways in which two people or things are different or similar (alike).

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contrast

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To compare two people or things in order to show the differences between them.

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tempo

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The speed of the beat.

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accent

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A written or printed mark above a letter to indicate how to pronounce it.

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duration

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The length of time something lasts (from beginning to end).

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duration (Music)

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The length of time a note, phrase, section, or composition lasts.

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vocalize

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To express feelings or ideas with words.