One of the most commercially successful bands of all time, the Beach Boys are a central figure of rock history. Active since 1961, they have held a presence in the music world for nearly 60 years! Their unique, layered vocal harmonies, talented instrumentals, and innovative songwriting continue to be recognized and celebrated today. The Beach […]
Definition (noun): any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb) Example: her fingers were long and thin Definition (noun): the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure Definition (noun): one of the parts of a glove that provides covering for a finger or thumb Definition (verb): feel […]
Definition (noun): English film actress who later became a member of British Parliament (born in 1936) Definition (noun): United States singer who began singing with his four brothers and later became a highly successful star during the 1980s (born in 1958) Definition (noun): United States singer who did much to popularize gospel music (1911-1972) Definition […]
Definition (noun): an area composed of subdivided lots Definition (noun): the act of subdividing; division of something previously divided Definition (noun): a division of some larger or more complex organization Example: a branch of Congress Definition (noun): a division of some larger or more complex organization Example: botany is a branch of biology Definition (noun): […]
Definition (adjective): relating to or designed for or performed on musical instruments Example: instrumental compositions Definition (adjective): relating to or designed for or performed on musical instruments Example: an instrumental ensemble Definition (adjective): serving or acting as a means or aid Example: instrumental in solving the crime
Definition (noun): sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound) Example: he enjoyed the street noises Definition (noun): sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound) Example: they heard indistinct noises of people talking Definition (noun): sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound) Example: during the firework display that ended the […]
Definition (noun): the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music Example: the piece has a fast rhythm Definition (noun): the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music Example: the conductor set the beat Definition (noun): recurring at regular intervals Definition (noun): an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs Example: the […]
Definition (noun): the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life Definition (noun): a human being Example: there was too much for one person to do Definition (noun): deep feeling or emotion Definition (noun): the human embodiment of something Example: the soul of honor Definition (noun): a secular form of gospel […]
Definition (noun): the feel of a surface or a fabric Example: the wall had a smooth texture Definition (noun): the essential quality of something Example: the texture of Neapolitan life Definition (noun): the musical pattern created by parts being played or sung together Example: then another melodic line is added to the texture Definition (noun): […]
Definition (noun): guitar music composed for dancing the flamenco Definition (noun): a style of dancing characteristic of the Andalusian Gypsies; vigorous and rhythmic with clapping and stamping of feet
Definition (noun): a light piece of music for piano Definition (noun): something of little value or significance Definition (noun): a table game in which short cues are used to knock balls into holes that are guarded by wooden pegs; penalties are incurred if the pegs are knocked over
Definition (noun): personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task Example: the hospital has an excellent nursing staff Definition (noun): personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task Example: the general relied on his staff to make routine decisions Definition (noun): a strong rod or stick with a specialized […]
Definition (noun): a performer who provides erotic entertainment by undressing to music Definition (noun): a form of erotic entertainment in which a dancer gradually undresses to music Example: she did a strip right in front of everyone
Definition (noun): a port and largest city in Louisiana; located in southeastern Louisiana near the mouth of the Mississippi river; a major center for offshore drilling for oil in the Gulf of Mexico; jazz originated here among black musicians in the late 19th century; Mardi Gras is celebrated here each year