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   Mu·sic

   /ˈmyo͞ozik/

   

   noun

   • 1. vocal or instrumental sounds (or both) combined in such a way as to produce beauty of form, harmony, and expression of emotion: "couples were dancing to the music"
   • ▪ the art or science of composing or performing music: "he devoted his life to music"
   • ▪ a sound perceived as pleasingly harmonious: "the background music of softly lapping water"
   • 2. the written or printed signs representing vocal or instrumental sound: "Tony learned to read music"
   • ▪ the score or scores of a musical composition or compositions: "the music was open on a stand"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French musique, via Latin from Greek mousikē (tekhnē) ‘(art) of the Muses’, from mousa ‘muse’.

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishMUSIC | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   MUSIC definition: 1. a pattern of sounds made by musical instruments, voices, or computers, or a combination of…. Learn more.

3. primesound.org › what-is-musicWhat is Music? - Definition, History, Types, and Benefits

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   Apr 3, 2024 · Music is the art of arranging sounds, typically involving melody, harmony, rhythm, and expressive elements. It is a means of personal expression, cultural preservation, and communication that has been present in human societies throughout history. Music encompasses various genres and styles, played on diverse instruments or using the human voice.

4. www.britannica.com › art › musicMusic | Art Form, Styles, Rhythm, & History | Britannica

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   Mar 29, 2024 · Music, art concerned with combining vocal or instrumental sounds for beauty of form or emotional expression, usually according to cultural standards of rhythm, melody, and, in most Western music, harmony. Learn about the history of music and about theories of musical meaning since the 19th century.

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Definition_of_musicDefinition of music - Wikipedia

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   Definition of music. A definition of music endeavors to give an accurate and concise explanation of music's basic attributes or essential nature and it involves a process of defining what is meant by the term music.

6. study.com › academy › lessonMusic | Definition, Description & Characteristics - Study.com

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   Nov 21, 2023 · Music is an art form that combines either vocal or instrumental sounds, sometimes both, using form, harmony, and expression of emotion to convey an...

7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › musicMusic - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Music is the pleasing sound created by voices or instruments following some tonal structure. If you sing, whistle, or play an instrument, you are making music. You can also write music using the specific language of notes.

8. promusicianhub.com › what-is-music-definition-history-types-effects-examplesWhat is Music? Definition, History, Types, Effects & Examples

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   Apr 4, 2024 · In short, music is the art of combining and organizing sounds along with other elements in time to create a composition. It incorporates elements of rhythm, melody, harmony, and color to create a unique piece. Music also includes other elements like the pitch, which controls the melody and harmony, and the dynamics that affect its texture.