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Chamber Music Technique Dictionary

In progress

Small ensemble playing without a conductor. Communication, blend, balance and the specific vocabulary of quartets, trios and duos.

5 sections, 88 terms planned

  • Ensemble Types
    16 terms

    Duo, trio, quartet, quintet, sextet, piano trio, string quartet

  • Communication
    18 terms

    Cueing, breathing together, eye contact, body language

  • Balance and Blend
    16 terms

    Voicing, melody projection, accompaniment role

  • Rehearsal Technique
    18 terms

    Sectional work, tempo negotiation, interpretive decisions

  • Repertoire
    20 terms

    Classical quartets, romantic trios, contemporary chamber works

This encyclopedia is being written. In the meantime, explore the violin technique dictionary, which is complete with 230 defined terms, browse the rest of the music dictionary, or use our free practice tools.

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