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Accessible

Music; Classical

Music that is easy to listen to and understand.

Quadrille

Music; Classical

A lively 19th century French square dance sometimes incorporating popular tunes of the day.

Polka

Music; Classical

An energetic Bohemian dance performed in the round in 2/4 time. Originally a peasant dance, but in the mid-19th century it became popular throughout all classes in Europe and America.

A cappella

Music; Classical

Choral music for voices alone, without instruments.

Programme music

Music; Classical

Instrumental music associated with a storey or other musical idea.

Absolute music

Music; Classical

Music without extramusical associations, as opposed to programme music.

Prepared piano

Music; Classical

A piano in which foreign objects have been attached to the strings for purposes of producing special sound effects; 20th century.

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