Instrumental
Example: El piano és un instrument instrumental molt popular en concerts.
Definition
"Instrumental" refers to music or a musical piece performed without vocals, relying solely on musical instruments. It describes sounds produced by instruments rather than singing, often used in contexts like concerts or recordings where no lyrics are present.
Etymology
The word "instrumental" comes from the Latin word 'instrumentum,' meaning 'tool' or 'instrument.' It entered English and other languages through Medieval Latin and Old French, gradually acquiring the specific musical sense of 'performed on musical instruments' as opposed to vocal music. Did you know? The term evolved to emphasize the role of instruments in music distinct from singing.
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