concert
A musical performance given in public by one or more musicians. It can range from a small group in a cafe to a large orchestra in a grand hall.
Examples
3 of 5I am going to a rock concert with my friends tonight.
I am going to a rock concert with my friends tonight.
The orchestra will perform a classical concert at the city hall.
The orchestra will perform a classical concert at the city hall.
That concert was so cool, I loved the music!
That concert was so cool, I loved the music!
Synonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'CON' (together) and 'CERT' (certain). People come together to be certain the music sounds beautiful.
Quick Quiz
The band is playing a ______ in the park on Saturday afternoon.
Correct!
The correct answer is: concert
Examples
I am going to a rock concert with my friends tonight.
everydayI am going to a rock concert with my friends tonight.
The orchestra will perform a classical concert at the city hall.
formalThe orchestra will perform a classical concert at the city hall.
That concert was so cool, I loved the music!
informalThat concert was so cool, I loved the music!
The study examines the social impact of attending a live concert.
academicThe study examines the social impact of attending a live concert.
The company sponsored a charity concert to raise money.
businessThe company sponsored a charity concert to raise money.
Synonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
in concert
in concert
concert hall
concert hall
concert tour
concert tour
Often Confused With
A concert is the event or performance; a concerto is a specific type of musical composition for a soloist and orchestra.
Usage Notes
Use 'concert' mainly for musical events. While it can mean 'acting together', its most common use is for public music performances.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using 'concert' for a single person practicing alone; it implies a public audience.
Memory Tip
Think of 'CON' (together) and 'CERT' (certain). People come together to be certain the music sounds beautiful.
Word Origin
Derived from the Italian word 'concerto', which originally meant to reach an agreement or to perform together.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Attending concerts is a major cultural activity worldwide, often seen as a way for fans to build a community around an artist.
Quick Quiz
The band is playing a ______ in the park on Saturday afternoon.
Correct!
The correct answer is: concert
Related Grammar Rules
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More music words
melody
A1A melody is a sequence of musical notes that are pleasant to listen to and form a main tune. It is the part of a song that people usually hum or sing along with.
note
A1In music, a note is a single sound with a specific pitch and length. It also refers to the written symbol on a page that tells a musician which sound to play.
scale
A1A musical scale is a set of musical notes ordered by pitch, going up or down in a specific pattern. It acts like a ladder of sounds that musicians use to create melodies and harmonies.
sharp
A1In music, a sharp is a symbol (#) that tells a player to play a note one half-step higher. It also refers to the specific note that has been raised.
flat
A1In music, a flat is a symbol (♭) that tells a musician to play a note a half-step lower than usual. It also describes a sound or voice that is slightly lower than the correct musical pitch.
beat
A1The regular pulse or rhythm in a piece of music that you can clap your hands or tap your feet to. It is the basic unit of time in a song that helps musicians stay together.
bar
A1In music, a bar is a short section of music that contains a specific number of beats. It is shown on paper by vertical lines that divide the musical staff into equal parts.
time signature
A1A time signature is a set of two numbers at the beginning of a piece of music. It tells the musician how many beats are in each measure and which note value represents one beat.
instrument
A1An object that is played to make musical sounds, such as a piano, guitar, or drum. It can also be a tool used by scientists or doctors to do very exact work.
violin
A1A musical instrument with four strings that is held under the chin and played with a bow. It is known for its high-pitched, expressive sound and is used in many types of music, especially classical and folk.
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