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Concert vs. Recital
Concert
/ˈkɒnsət/Examples:
I'm going to a rock concert.I hope we shall have many sweet little concerts together."You want to go to de concert!"
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This word has no antonymsRecital
/rɪˈsaɪtl/Examples:
The recital showcased Emma's progress on the violin.They held a poetry recital in the local library hall.Attending her granddaughter's dance recital brought tears to her eyes.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- A recital usually features a single performer or a small group focused on more intimate music settings.
- Concerts are larger productions possibly involving orchestras, bands, or multiple artists and may include more than just musical performances.
- Recitals are often associated with classical music, dance, or instruments like piano and violin.
- Concerts may include a wide range of music genres, including rock, pop, jazz, and classical.
- Think of a recital as an event where the spotlight is on individual talent, whereas a concert is a larger spectacle involving cumulative performances.
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