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Choir | A group of singers |
| Conducting/ Conductor |
The art of directing a musical performance by way of visible gestures – usually with the hands, body and the face. The exponent of this art. | |
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Embouchure | The use of the facial muscles or the shaping of the lips when playing woodwind or brass instruments. |
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Intonation | A musician's sense of the pitch accuracy of the note they are playing on their instrument. Intonation may be flat (below the note) or sharp (above it). |
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Musicianship | Artistry and skill in musical performance. |
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Repertoire | A collection of music pieces played by an individual or group. |
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Solo/Soloist | A piece of music played to be performed alone. A person playing or singing on their own. |
| String Quartet | A group of four string players: usually two violins, viola and cello. | |
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Wind Ensemble | A group of wind instruments playing music together in concert. |
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