doctor of musical arts
noun
Simple meaning
A terminal degree intended for musicians who wish to combine the highest attainments in their major area with proven accomplishment in theoretical studies and musicology.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
dahkteruhvmyoozihkuhlahrtsSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈdɑktɚˈʌvmˈjuzɪkəˈlɑɹts
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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noun
A terminal degree intended for musicians who wish to combine the highest attainments in their major area with proven accomplishment in theoretical studies and musicology.
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This meaning: A terminal degree intended for musicians who wish to combine the highest attainments in their major area with proven accomplishment in theoretical studies and musicology.
Used this way, doctor of musical arts is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It quietly approves while staying precise.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Successful and accomplished
- Usage feel
- Precise and approving
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