A l'oïda
Example: Va tocar la guitarra a l'oïda durant el concert.
Definition
"A l'oïda" is a Catalan musical term meaning to play or perform in a way that is not written down but learned by listening and memory. It refers to musicians playing or singing from ear, relying on auditory skills rather than sheet music.
Etymology
The phrase "a l'oïda" comes from Catalan, where "oïda" means 'hearing' or 'ear.' It literally translates to 'by ear,' similar to the English expression. This reflects the practice of learning music through listening rather than reading notation.
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