CIU lesson 24 Music

Music scene /ˈmjuː.zɪk siːn/
Noun: Scene /siːn/ / Music /ˈmjuː.zɪk/
Adjective: Musical /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl/

Example: Baku has a vibrant and fast-growing indie music scene.

Meaning: The culture, environment, and activities surrounding music in a specific place or genre.
Перевод: Музыкальная сцена, музыкальная тусовка / жизнь.

Background music /ˈbæk.ɡraʊnd ˌmjuː.zɪk/
Noun: Background /ˈbæk.ɡraʊnd/ / Music /ˈmjuː.zɪk/

Example: Soft background music was playing while customers dined at the café.

Meaning: Quiet music that is played while other activities are taking place or people are talking.
Перевод: Фоновая музыка.

Blast out from /blæst aʊt frəm/
Noun: Blast /blæst/
Verb: Blast /blæst/

Example: Loud rap tracks began to blast out from the open car windows.

Meaning: To produce a very loud sound or play music at extremely high volume from speakers.
Перевод: Орать, греметь из (о колонках, радио).

Debut album /ˈdeɪ.bjuː ˌæl.bəm/
Noun: Debut /ˈdeɪ.bjuː/ / Album /ˈæl.bəm/
Verb: Debut /ˈdeɪ.bjuː/

Example: The band spent two years recording their debut album in the studio.

Meaning: The first full-length music album released by a singer, band, or artist.
Перевод: Дебютный альбом.

Live performance /laɪv pɚˈfɔːr.məns/
Noun: Performance /pɚˈfɔːr.məns/ / Performer /pɚˈfɔːr.mɚ/
Verb: Perform /pɚˈfɔːrm/
Adjective: Live /laɪv/

Example: Nothing compares to the energy of a live performance at a concert hall.

Meaning: A musical or theatrical show performed directly in front of an audience in real time.
Перевод: Живое выступление, живое исполнение.

Easy listening /ˌiː.zi ˈlɪs.ən.ɪŋ/
Noun: Listening /ˈlɪs.ən.ɪŋ/ / Listener /ˈlɪs.ən.ɚ/
Verb: Listen /ˈlɪs.ən/
Adjective: Easy /ˈiː.zi/
Adverb: Easily /ˈiː.zəl.i/

Example: He prefers listening to easy listening playlists while studying for exams.

Meaning: Light, pleasant, and relaxing music that is soft and comfortable to listen to.
Перевод: Легкая музыка (для отдыха).

Catchy tunes /ˈkætʃ.i tuːnz/
Noun: Tune /tuːn/ / Catchiness /ˈkætʃ.i.nəs/
Verb: Tune /tuːn/
Adjective: Catchy /ˈkætʃ.i/

Example: The album is packed with catchy tunes that stay in your head all day.

Meaning: Pleasant, pleasing, and memorable melodies that are easy to remember and sing.
Перевод: Запоминающиеся, прилипчивые мотивы / мелодии.

Give a performance /ɡɪv ə pɚˈfɔːr.məns/
Noun: Performance /pɚˈfɔːr.məns/ / Performer /pɚˈfɔːr.mɚ/
Verb: Give /ɡɪv/ (PT: Gave /ɡeɪv/, PP: Given /ˈɡɪv.ən/), Perform /pɚˈfɔːrm/
Adjective: Sentimental /ˌsen.təˈmen.t̬əl/
Adverb: Sentimentally /ˌsen.təˈmen.t̬əl.i/

Example: The musician gave a sentimental performance that brought tears to the audience.

Meaning: To present or act out a musical work.
Перевод: Давать выступление (сентиментальное / эмоциональное выступление).

Pop idol /ˈpɑːp ˌaɪ.dəl/
Noun: Idol /ˈaɪ.dəl/ / Pop /pɑːp/ / Idolatry /aɪˈdɑː.lə.tri/
Verb: Idolize /ˈaɪ.də.laɪz/

Example: Thousands of teenagers gathered outside the arena to see their pop idol.

Meaning: A hugely famous singer or celebrity who is widely admired by young fans.
Перевод: Поп-идол, кумир молодежи.

Adoring fans /əˈdɔːr.ɪŋ fænz/
Noun: Fan /fæn/ / Adoration /ˌæd.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
Verb: Adore /əˈdɔːr/
Adjective: Adoring /əˈdɔːr.ɪŋ/
Adverb: Adoringly /əˈdɔːr.ɪŋ.li/

Example: The singer stepped off the bus to greet a crowd of adoring fans.

Meaning: Devoted, loving, and passionate followers or admirers of an artist or group.
Перевод: Преданные / обожающие поклонники (фанаты).

Piece of music /piːs ʌv ˈmjuː.zɪk/
Noun: Piece /piːs/ / Music /ˈmjuː.zɪk/
Adjective: Musical /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl/

Example: He composed a breathtaking piece of music for the film soundtrack.

Meaning: An individual musical work, composition, or track.
Перевод: Музыкальное произведение, трек.

Massive hit /ˈmæs.ɪv hɪt/
Noun: Hit /hɪt/
Verb: Hit /hɪt/ (PT: Hit /hɪt/, PP: Hit /hɪt/)
Adjective: Massive /ˈmæs.ɪv/
Adverb: Massively /ˈmæs.ɪv.li/

Example: Their single became a massive hit, topping charts around the world.

Meaning: A song, track, or record that becomes enormously successful and popular globally.
Перевод: Грандиозный хит, суперхит.

Released an album /rɪˈliːst ən ˈæl.bəm/
Noun: Release /rɪˈliːs/ / Album /ˈæl.bəm/
Verb: Release /rɪˈliːs/
Adjective: Released /rɪˈliːst/

Example: The hip-hop artist released an album featuring several guest vocalists.

Meaning: Made a new collection of recorded songs available for the public to stream or buy.
Перевод: Выпустить / издать альбом.

Big hit /bɪɡ hɪt/
Noun: Hit /hɪt/
Verb: Hit /hɪt/ (PT: Hit /hɪt/, PP: Hit /hɪt/)
Adjective: Big /bɪɡ/

Example: The lead single turned out to be a big hit across all radio stations.

Meaning: A song or record that enjoys wide popularity and commercial success.
Перевод: Большой хит, популярная песня.

Wrote the music /roʊt ðə ˈmjuː.zɪk/
Noun: Music /ˈmjuː.zɪk/ / Writer /ˈraɪ.t̬ɚ/
Verb: Write /raɪt/ (PT: Wrote /roʊt/, PP: Written /ˈrɪt̬.ən/)
Adjective: Musical /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl/

Example: The pianist wrote the music, while his friend authored the lyrics.

Meaning: Composed the musical notes, melodies, or instrumental parts for a song or score.
Перевод: Написал музыку (к песне / фильму).

Huge following /hjuːdʒ ˈfɑː.loʊ.ɪŋ/
Noun: Following /ˈfɑː.loʊ.ɪŋ/ / Follower /ˈfɑː.loʊ.ɚ/
Verb: Follow /ˈfɑː.loʊ/
Adjective: Huge /hjuːdʒ/

Example: The underground hip-hop artist developed a huge following through streaming platforms.

Meaning: A large body of dedicated admirers, fans, or listeners supporting an artist.
Перевод: Огромная армия поклонников / фанатов.

Go on tour /ɡoʊ ɑːn tʊr/
Noun: Tour /tʊr/ / Tourism /ˈtʊr.ɪ.zəm/ / Tourist /ˈtʊr.ɪst/
Verb: Go /ɡoʊ/ (PT: Went /went/, PP: Gone /ɡɔːn/), Tour /tʊr/

Example: The rock band announced plans to go on tour across Europe next summer.

Meaning: To embark on a planned series of concert dates across different cities or countries.
Перевод: Отправиться на гастроли / в турне.

Haunting melodies /ˈhɑːn.t̬ɪŋ ˈmel.ə.diːz/
Noun: Melody /ˈmel.ə.di/
Verb: Haunt /hɑːnt/
Adjective: Haunting /ˈhɑːn.t̬ɪŋ/ / Melodic /məˈlɑː.dɪk/
Adverb: Hauntingly /ˈhɑːn.t̬ɪŋ.li/

Example: The film score is memorable for its melancholic and haunting melodies.

Meaning: Beautiful, poignant, and evocative musical tunes that remain deep in your memory.
Перевод: Западающие в душу / чарующие мелодии.

Occasional virtuoso performance /əˈkeɪ.ʒən.əl ˌvɝː.tʃuˈoʊ.soʊ pɚˈfɔːr.məns/
Noun: Virtuoso /ˌvɝː.tʃuˈoʊ.soʊ/ / Performance /pɚˈfɔːr.məns/ / Occasion /əˈkeɪ.ʒən/
Verb: Perform /pɚˈfɔːrm/
Adjective: Occasional /əˈkeɪ.ʒən.əl/
Adverb: Occasionally /əˈkeɪ.ʒən.əl.i/

Example: The concert featured an occasional virtuoso performance on the acoustic guitar.

Meaning: A periodic display of extraordinary, master-level technical skill on an instrument.
Перевод: Время от времени демонстрируемое виртуозное исполнение.

Capture a wider audience /ˈkæp.tʃɚ ə waɪ.dɚ ˈɑː.di.əns/
Noun: Audience /ˈɑː.di.əns/ / Capture /ˈkæp.tʃɚ/
Verb: Capture /ˈkæp.tʃɚ/
Adjective: Wide /waɪd/
Adverb: Widely /ˈwaɪd.li/

Example: Mixing traditional motifs with modern beats helped the group capture a wider audience.

Meaning: To attract and win over a broader, more diverse group of listeners or fans.
Перевод: Завоевать более широкую аудиторию.

Musical heritage /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl ˈher.ə.t̬ɪdʒ/
Noun: Heritage /ˈher.ə.t̬ɪdʒ/ / Music /ˈmjuː.zɪk/
Adjective: Musical /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl/

Example: The nation takes pride in preserving its rich cultural and musical heritage.

Meaning: The body of musical traditions, history, and compositions passed down over generations.
Перевод: Музыкальное наследие.

Conducts the orchestra /kənˈdʌkts ðē ˈɔːr.kə.strə/
Noun: Orchestra /ˈɔːr.kə.strə/ / Conductor /kənˈdʌk.tɚ/ / Conduct /ˈkɑːn.dʌkt/
Verb: Conduct /kənˈdʌkt/
Adjective: Orchestral /ɔːrˈkes.trəl/

Example: The famous maestro conducts the orchestra with exceptional precision.

Meaning: Directs and leads a large group of musicians performing instrumental works.
Перевод: Дирижирует оркестром.

Composed pieces /kəmˈpoʊzd piː.sɪz/
Noun: Composer /kəmˈpoʊ.zɚ/ / Composition /ˌkɑːm.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/ / Piece /piːs/
Verb: Compose /kəmˈpoʊz/
Adjective: Composed /kəmˈpoʊzd/

Example: The album consists of newly composed pieces for solo violin and piano.

Meaning: Created and written original works of music or instrumental arrangements.
Перевод: Сочиненные / написанные произведения.

Music lover /ˈmjuː.zɪk ˌlʌv.ɚ/
Noun: Lover /ˈlʌv.ɚ/ / Music /ˈmjuː.zɪk/ / Love /lʌv/
Verb: Love /lʌv/
Adjective: Musical /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl/ / Loving /ˈlʌv.ɪŋ/

Example: As a devoted music lover, he spends hours discovering new tracks every week.

Meaning: A person who enjoys listening to music deeply and appreciates various genres.
Перевод: Меломан, любитель музыки.

Features (artist) /ˈfiː.tʃɚz/
Noun: Feature /ˈfiː.tʃɚ/
Verb: Feature /ˈfiː.tʃɚ/
Adjective: Featured /ˈfiː.tʃɚd/

Example: The lead single features a guest vocal performance by a famous rap artist.

Meaning: Includes another musician or artist as a prominent guest performer on a track.
Перевод: Включает в качестве приглашенного исполнителя (фит).

Rap artist /ˈræp ˌɑːr.t̬ɪst/
Noun: Artist /ˈɑːr.t̬ɪst/ / Rap /ræp/ / Rapper /ˈræp.ɚ/ / Art /ɑːrt/
Verb: Rap /ræp/
Adjective: Artistic /ɑːrˈtɪs.tɪk/

Example: The rap artist spent months perfecting the lyrics for his upcoming project.

Meaning: A musician who composes and performs rhymed lyrics over hip-hop rhythms.
Перевод: Рэп-исполнитель, рэпер.

Went solo /went ˈsoʊ.loʊ/
Noun: Solo /ˈsoʊ.loʊ/ / Soloist /ˈsoʊ.loʊ.ɪst/
Verb: Go /ɡoʊ/ (PT: Went /went/, PP: Gone /ɡɔːn/)
Adjective: Solo /ˈsoʊ.loʊ/
Adverb: Solo /ˈsoʊ.loʊ/

Example: After five years with the group, the lead singer went solo and released his own album.

Meaning: Left a musical group or band to pursue an independent career as an individual artist.
Перевод: Начал сольную карьеру, ушел в сольное плавание.

Remixed tracks /ˌriːˈmɪkst træks/
Noun: Remix /ˈriː.mɪks/ / Track /træk/
Verb: Remix /ˌriːˈmɪks/
Adjective: Remixed /ˌriːˈmɪkst/

Example: The DJ released a collection of remixed tracks for dance clubs.

Meaning: Songs or recordings that have been altered, re-engineered, or given new beats.
Перевод: Ремикшированные треки, ремиксы.

Up-tempo numbers /ˌʌpˈtem.poʊ ˈnʌm.bɚz/
Noun: Tempo /ˈtem.poʊ/ / Number /ˈnʌm.bɚ/
Adjective: Up-tempo /ˌʌpˈtem.poʊ/

Example: The crowd danced enthusiastically when the band played their up-tempo numbers.

Meaning: Fast, energetic, and lively songs or musical pieces with a quick beat.
Перевод: Энергичные / быстрые музыкальные номера (треки).

Strumming a guitar /ˈstrʌm.ɪŋ ə ɡɪˈtɑːr/
Noun: Guitar /ɡɪˈtɑːr/ / Guitarist /ɡɪˈtɑːr.ɪst/
Verb: Strum /strʌm/ (PT: Strummed /strʌmd/, PP: Strummed /strʌmd/)
Adjective: Strumming /ˈstrʌm.ɪŋ/

Example: He sat on the porch in the evening, softly strumming a guitar.

Meaning: Playing an acoustic or electric guitar by sweeping the fingers or a pick across strings.
Перевод: Бренчать / играть на гитаре (перебирая струны).

Musical talent /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl ˈtæl.ənt/
Noun: Talent /ˈtæl.ənt/ / Music /ˈmjuː.zɪk/
Adjective: Musical /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl/ / Talented /ˈtæl.ən.t̬ɪd/

Example: She showed remarkable musical talent from a very early age.

Meaning: Natural ability, skill, or aptitude for playing instruments, singing, or composing.
Перевод: Музыкальный талант, способности к музыке.

Taken up the guitar /ˈteɪ.kən ʌp ðə ɡɪˈtɑːr/
Noun: Guitar /ɡɪˈtɑːr/ / Guitarist /ɡɪˈtɑːr.ɪst/
Verb: Take up /teɪk ʌp/ (PT: Took up /tʊk ʌp/, PP: Taken up /ˈteɪ.kən ʌp/)

Example: He recently has taken up the guitar to relax after intense study sessions.

Meaning: Started learning, practicing, or playing the guitar as a hobby or discipline.
Перевод: Взяться за гитару, начать учиться игре на гитаре.

Live music /laɪv ˈmjuː.zɪk/
Noun: Music /ˈmjuː.zɪk/
Adjective: Live /laɪv/

Example: The venue is known for hosting great live music every weekend.

Meaning: Real music performed by instrumentalists or singers in person, not recorded.
Перевод: Живая музыка.

Tuning the instrument /ˈtuː.nɪŋ ðē ˈɪn.strə.mənt/
Noun: Instrument /ˈɪn.strə.mənt/ / Tuner /ˈtuː.nɚ/ / Tuning /ˈtuː.nɪŋ/
Verb: Tune /tuːn/
Adjective: Instrumental /ˌɪn.strəˈmen.t̬əl/ / Tuned /tuːnd/

Example: Before starting the concert, the violinist spent a few minutes tuning the instrument.

Meaning: Adjusting the pitch or tension of strings and components so an instrument plays in key.
Перевод: Настройка инструмента.

Play a piece /pleɪ ə piːs/
Noun: Piece /piːs/
Verb: Play /pleɪ/

Example: The pianist was asked to play a piece by Chopin for the audience.

Meaning: Perform a specific composition, work, or musical item on an instrument.
Перевод: Сыграть произведение / трек.

Minor hit /ˈmaɪ.nɚ hɪt/
Noun: Hit /hɪt/
Verb: Hit /hɪt/ (PT: Hit /hɪt/, PP: Hit /hɪt/)
Adjective: Minor /ˈmaɪ.nɚ/

Example: Their second single was only a minor hit compared to their breakout debut track.

Meaning: A song or record that achieves modest or limited success on music charts.
Перевод: Скромный / небольшой хит.

Slow numbers /sloʊ ˈnʌm.bɚz/
Noun: Number /ˈnʌm.bɚ/
Adjective: Slow /sloʊ/
Adverb: Slowly /ˈsloʊ.li/

Example: The band performed a few slow numbers to give the audience a moment to relax.

Meaning: Slow-tempo, gentle, or romantic songs and musical compositions.
Перевод: Медленные композиции, медляки.

Small following /smɑːl ˈfɑː.loʊ.ɪŋ/
Noun: Following /ˈfɑː.loʊ.ɪŋ/ / Follower /ˈfɑː.loʊ.ɚ/
Verb: Follow /ˈfɑː.loʊ/
Adjective: Small /smɑːl/

Example: Although the indie band has only a small following, their fans are extremely loyal.

Meaning: A modest, dedicated group of fans or supporters of an artist or group.
Перевод: Небольшая группа поклонников / фанатов.

Playing quietly /ˈpleɪ.ɪŋ ˈkwaɪ.ət.li/
Noun: Player /ˈpleɪ.ɚ/ / Quietness /ˈkwaɪ.ət.nəs/
Verb: Play /pleɪ/
Adjective: Quiet /ˈkwaɪ.ət/
Adverb: Quietly /ˈkwaɪ.ət.li/

Example: The pianist was playing quietly in the corner of the hotel lobby.

Meaning: Making or performing music at a low volume or soft sound level.
Перевод: Тихое исполнение, тихая игра (на инструменте / фоновая музыка).

Poor performance /pʊr pɚˈfɔːr.məns/
Noun: Performance /pɚˈfɔːr.məns/ / Performer /pɚˈfɔːr.mɚ/
Verb: Perform /pɚˈfɔːrm/
Adjective: Poor /pʊr/
Adverb: Poorly /ˈpʊr.li/

Example: Critics attributed the poor performance to a lack of rehearsal time.

Meaning: A weak, low-quality, or disappointing musical or theatrical execution.
Перевод: Слабое / неудачное выступление.

Violin concerto /ˌvaɪ.əˈlɪn kənˈtʃer.toʊ/
Noun: Violin /ˌvaɪ.əˈlɪn/ / Violinist /ˌvaɪ.əˈlɪn.ɪst/ / Concerto /kənˈtʃer.toʊ/

Example: She performed a breathtaking violin concerto that earned a standing ovation.

Meaning: A major musical composition written for a solo violin accompanied by an orchestra.
Перевод: Скрипичный концерт (концерт для скрипки с оркестром).

Folk music /ˈfoʊk ˌmjuː.zɪk/
Noun: Folk /foʊk/ / Music /ˈmjuː.zɪk/
Adjective: Musical /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl/

Example: Studying regional folk music helps researchers understand local cultural history.

Meaning: Traditional music passed down orally through generations within a specific region or culture.
Перевод: Народная музыка, фолк-музыка.

Great addition /ɡreɪt əˈdɪʃ.ən/
Noun: Addition /əˈdɪʃ.ən/
Verb: Add /æd/
Adjective: Great /ɡreɪt/ / Additional /əˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/
Adverb: Greatly /ˈɡreɪt.li/ / Additionally /əˈdɪʃ.ən.əl.i/

Example: The new guest guitarist turned out to be a great addition to the recording session.

Meaning: A valuable, positive, or highly beneficial new member or element added to something.
Перевод: Отличное дополнение, ценное пополнение.

Folk band /ˈfoʊk bænd/
Noun: Folk /foʊk/ / Band /bænd/

Example: The local folk band used traditional acoustic instruments during the festival.

Meaning: A group of musicians that plays traditional acoustic or regional folk songs.
Перевод: Фолк-группа, ансамбль народной музыки.

On guitar /ɑːn ɡɪˈtɑːr/
Noun: Guitar /ɡɪˈtɑːr/ / Guitarist /ɡɪˈtɑːr.ɪst/

Example: The track features an incredible guest solo with Teo on guitar.

Meaning: Playing the guitar as a specified instrumental role in a band or performance.
Перевод: На гитаре (в качестве гитариста).

Good chance /ɡʊd tʃæns/
Noun: Chance /tʃæns/
Verb: Chance /tʃæns/
Adjective: Good /ɡʊd/

Example: There is a good chance the new album will reach the top of the charts.

Meaning: A high probability or strong likelihood that something will happen or succeed.
Перевод: Хороший шанс, высокая вероятность.

Rhymed lyrics /raɪmd ˈlɪr.ɪks/
Noun: Rhyme /raɪm/ / Lyric /ˈlɪr.ɪk/ / Lyricist /ˈlɪr.ə.sɪst/
Verb: Rhyme /raɪm/
Adjective: Rhymed /raɪmd/ / Lyrical /ˈlɪr.ɪ.kəl/

Example: Rap artists spend hours crafting clever rhymed lyrics over heavy beats.

Meaning: Song words written with matching end sounds that follow a poetic rhyme scheme.
Перевод: Рифмованные тексты песен, рифмованная лирика.

Rhythm tracks /ˈrɪð.əm træks/
Noun: Rhythm /ˈrɪð.əm/ / Track /træk/
Verb: Track /træk/
Adjective: Rhythmic /ˈrɪð.mɪk/
Adverb: Rhythmically /ˈrɪð.mɪ.kəl.i/

Example: The producer built the song around strong, punchy rhythm tracks.

Meaning: The recorded percussion and bass lines that form the rhythmic foundation of a song.
Перевод: Ритм-треки, ритмическая основа (бас и ударные).

Loosen the strings /ˈluː.sən ðə strɪŋz/
Noun: String /strɪŋ/ / Loosening /ˈluː.sən.ɪŋ/
Verb: Loosen /ˈluː.sən/
Adjective: Loose /luːs/
Adverb: Loosely /ˈluːs.li/

Example: Always loosen the strings on your acoustic guitar before traveling by plane.

Meaning: To reduce the tension on stringed instruments to adjust pitch or prevent damage during storage.
Перевод: Ослабить струны.

Concert hall /ˈkɑːn.sɚt hɑːl/
Noun: Concert /ˈkɑːn.sɚt/ / Hall /hɑːl/

Example: Acoustics in the newly renovated concert hall were absolutely flawless.

Meaning: A large building or venue built specifically for live musical performances and acoustic quality.
Перевод: Концертный зал.

Musical instrument /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl ˈɪn.strə.mənt/
Noun: Instrument /ˈɪn.strə.mənt/ / Music /ˈmjuː.zɪk/ / Instrumentation /ˌɪn.strə.menˈteɪ.ʃən/
Adjective: Musical /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl/ / Instrumental /ˌɪn.strəˈmen.t̬əl/
Adverb: Musically /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl.i/ / Instrumentally /ˌɪn.strəˈmen.t̬əl.i/

Example: Learning to play a musical instrument improves focus, memory, and fine motor skills.

Meaning: An object or device created or adapted to make musical sounds.
Перевод: Музыкальный инструмент.