“Coffee, the favorite drink of the civilized world.” – Thomas Jefferson, third president of the United States
ETUDE
etude
(noun) a short composition for a solo instrument; intended as an exercise or to demonstrate technical virtuosity
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
etude (plural etudes)
(music) A short piece of music, designed to give a performer practice in a particular area or skill.
Synonyms
• (a song written as an exercise): study
Source: Wiktionary
E`tude", n. Etym: [F. See Study.]
1. A composition in the fine arts which is intended, or may serve, for a study.
2. (Mus.)
Definition: A study; an exercise; a piece for practice of some special point of technical execution.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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