IPA: /ˈoʊpəs/
KK: /ˈoʊpəs/
Definition: A musical work or composition, often numbered to indicate its order in a series.
Example: Beethoven's fifth symphony is one of his most famous opuses.
IPA: /ɔːˈrɑːtəri.oʊ/
KK: /ɔˈrɑːtəriˌoʊ/
Definition: A type of musical work that is performed by singers and an orchestra, usually telling a religious story, but without acting or scenery.
Example: The choir performed a beautiful oratorio that moved the audience to tears.
IPA: /ˈɔːrkɪstrə/
KK: /ˈɔrkɪstrə/
Definition: A large group of musicians who play different instruments together, often including strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion.
Example: The orchestra played beautifully during the concert last night.
IPA: /ɔːrˈkɛstrəl/
KK: /ɔrˈkɛstrəl/
Definition: Connected to a large group of musicians who play together, usually with string, brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments.
Example: The orchestral music filled the concert hall with beautiful sounds.
IPA: /ˈɔːrkɪstreɪt/
KK: /ˈɔr.kɪ.streɪt/
Definition: To organize and manage different parts or elements to work together effectively, often to achieve a specific goal or outcome.
Example: She was able to orchestrate the entire event smoothly, ensuring everything went according to plan.
IPA: /ˌɔːrkɪˈstreɪʃən/
KK: /ɔrˈkɛstrəˌteɪʃən/
Definition: The process of arranging music for an orchestra or the organization and coordination of various elements in a situation.
Example: The orchestration of the concert was handled by a talented composer.
IPA: /ˌɔːrkɪˈstreɪʃənl/
KK: /ɔrˈkɛstrəˌʃənl/
Definition: Relating to the arrangement and organization of music for an orchestra.
Example: The orchestrational elements of the symphony were carefully crafted to enhance the overall performance.
IPA: /ˈɔːɡənɪst/
KK: /ˈɔrɡənɪst/
Definition: A musician who plays a large musical instrument called an organ, often found in churches or concert halls.
Example: The organist played a beautiful melody during the wedding ceremony.
IPA: /ˈɔːɡənəm/
KK: /ɔrˈgænəm/
Definition: A type of medieval music that features multiple vocal parts, often based on Gregorian chant, and includes compositions with one or more voices supporting a main melody.
Example: The choir performed an organum that beautifully showcased the harmony of the voices.
IPA: /ˈɔːsiə/
KK: /ˈɔːsiə/
Definition: In music, it is a term used to indicate an alternative section or passage that can be played instead of the main one.
Example: The conductor said to play the ossia for the second movement to make it easier for the musicians.
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