To warm up
Example: We warm up our voices before singing the song.
Definition
"To warm up" in music means to perform exercises or practice routines to prepare the voice or instrument for singing or playing, helping to improve tone, flexibility, and prevent strain. For example, singers often warm up their voices before a performance.
Etymology
The phrase "to warm up" comes from the literal sense of increasing warmth or readiness. In music, it metaphorically refers to gradually preparing the voice or instrument for optimal performance. The term originated in the early 20th century as musicians adopted physical warm-up practices from athletes.
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"To warm up" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (A2) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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