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chord

Music; Classical

A grouping of pitches played and heard simultaneously.

tablature

Music; Classical

A system of notation for stringed instruments. The notes are indicated by the finger positions.

Broad term usually used to distinguish smaller-scale works combining song, instrumental accompaniment and dramatic context from more elaborate dramatic productions (e.g., operas, operettas, ballets, ...

concertante

Music; Classical

When used to modify another form or genre term, this word suggests a greater than usual amount of concerto-like virtuoso display from one or more of the players.