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Topic: Music

heptameter

IPA: /ˈhɛp.təˌmɛt.ər/

KK: /ˈhɛp.təˌmɛt.ər/

noun

Definition: A line of poetry that has seven units of rhythm or beats.

Example: The poem was written in heptameter, giving it a unique flow and rhythm.

heterophony

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒfəni/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɑfəni/

noun

Definition: The occurrence of multiple voices or instruments playing or singing different versions of the same melody at the same time.

Example: In the performance, the musicians created a beautiful heterophony that enriched the melody.

hexachord

IPA: /ˈhɛksəˌkɔrd/

KK: /hɛkəˌkɔrd/

noun

Definition: A musical term referring to a series of six notes, where there is a half step between the third and fourth notes, commonly used in medieval music.

Example: The composer used a hexachord to create a unique sound in his piece.

hexameter

IPA: /hɛkˈsæmɪtə/

KK: /hɛkˈsæmɪtər/

noun

Definition: A type of line in poetry that has six units of rhythm, called metrical feet.

Example: The poet used hexameter to create a flowing rhythm in his verses.

hipshot

IPA: /ˈhɪpʃɒt/

KK: /ˈhɪpʃɑt/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone or something that is clumsy or awkward, often related to a physical stance where one hip is lower than the other.

Example: After the fall, he walked with a hipshot gait, making him look unsteady.

hitmaker

IPA: /ˈhɪtˌmeɪkər/

KK: /ˈhɪtˌmeɪkər/

noun

Definition: A person, usually a musician or songwriter, who creates popular songs that become successful and widely recognized.

Example: The new hitmaker released a song that topped the charts for weeks.

hoedown

IPA: /ˈhoʊdaʊn/

KK: /ˈhoʊˌdaʊn/

noun

Definition: A social event where people come together to dance, often in a square dance style, usually accompanied by live music.

Example: We had a great time at the hoedown, dancing and enjoying the lively music.

hopak

IPA: /həˈpɑk/

KK: /həˈpäk/

noun

Definition: A traditional dance from Ukraine that is performed in a lively manner, usually in 2/4 time, often characterized by energetic movements and jumps.

Example: The dancers performed the hopak at the cultural festival, showcasing their vibrant costumes and skillful moves.

horal

IPA: /ˈhɔːrəl/

KK: /ˈhɔrəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to an hour or the measurement of time in hours.

Example: The horal system divides the day into hours for better time management.

hornist

IPA: /ˈhɔrnɪst/

KK: /hɔrnɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who plays a musical instrument called the horn, often a French horn.

Example: The hornist performed beautifully at the concert last night.

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