Definition: A symbol used in musical notation, especially in the context of medieval music, to represent a pitch or a group of pitches in chants.

Example: The choir practiced the Gregorian chant using neumes to guide their singing.

Definition: A type of early movie theater where people could watch films for a small fee, usually five cents, or a jukebox that played music when a coin was inserted.

Example: We went to the nickelodeon to watch a silent film from the 1920s.

Definition: A part of the Christian liturgy that is performed during the night, specifically a section of the office of matins.

Example: The choir sang a beautiful nocturn during the evening service.

Definition: A piece of art or music that is inspired by or represents the night, often creating a calm or reflective mood.

Example: The artist created a beautiful nocturne that captured the essence of a starry night.

Definition: A song that is sung during the Christmas season, often celebrating the holiday and its traditions.

Example: We sang a beautiful noel at the Christmas party.

Definition: A person or device that creates sound, often used at celebrations or parties to add excitement.

Example: The children loved the colorful noisemakers at the birthday party.

Definition: Relating to or causing the production of sound or noise.

Example: The noisemaking toys kept the children entertained for hours.

Definition: A person who does not create or write music.

Example: Although she loves music, she considers herself a noncomposer.

Definition: A group of nine musicians or singers, or a piece of music written for such a group.

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

Definition: Not related to harmony or not having a harmonious quality.

Example: The nonharmonic tones in the music created a unique and interesting sound.