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woodwind instrument


An instrument originally made of wood, in which sound is produced by the vibration of air, including recorder, flute, clarinet, saxophone, oboe and bassoon.
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up-tempo


(as used in Musical Theatre) – Music with a lively tempo, often comedy.
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Trio


Three individuals performing different parts as a unit.
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Transcription


The arrangement of a composition originally written for one instrument but adapted for another.
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Suite


A composition in several movements. It may be written for solo instrument or voice, or for a group of instruments or voices.
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Sonnet sequence


Two sonnets with a similar theme, not necessarily by the same author. For example, two sonnets on a nature theme.
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Sonata


A composition usually written in four movements for solo instrument with or without piano accompaniment. The solo instrument and accompaniment are of equal importance, although generally only the soloist is adjudicated.
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senior


Usually refers to the level of achievement. In Provincial classes, senior refers to any class beyond 16 years and under.
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Sea shanty


A song originally sung by sailors.
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Romantic music


Music composed between 1830 and 1900.
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