musicality

noun mu·si·cal·i·ty \ ˌmyü-zi-ˈka-lə-tē \

|Updated on: 4 Aug 2018

Definition of musicality

1 : sensitivity to, knowledge of, or talent for music

2 : the quality or state of being musical : melodiousness

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Their debut album, Daddy, which arrived on June 15, confronts heteronormativity and conventions of gender expression alongside abrasive musicality.

— henry youtt, Billboard, "GRLwood Host Basement Rager in 'Bisexual' Video: Premiere," 13 July 2018
Even when annoying, the narration sounds great, thanks to the murmury musicality of Salles’s Portuguese.

— mark feeney, BostonGlobe.com, "Looking back on the upheaval of the ’60s," 15 May 2018
One way of exploring musicality before Stone Age flautists crashed Europe is to study hominid anatomy.

— jonathon keats, Discover Magazine, "Science of Music," 15 June 2018
With a live onstage band that fades in and out of view, vibrant musicality drives the show, which sets the tone for the masterful choreography of Sergio Trujillo.

— brandon t. harden, Philly.com, "'On Your Feet!': A sizzling celebration of Latin-American music and dance," 12 Apr. 2018
Royal example, religious devotion, reassuring ritual, rousing musicality — take your pick.

— matthew guerrieri, New York Times, "Letters to the Editor," 12 Jan. 2018
This was a masterclass in musicality and an inspirational piece of soul-shine.

— ed masley, azcentral, "Concerts in Phoenix in June 2018: Post Malone, Kesha, Macklemore, Maroon 5, Nipsey Hussle, Chicago," 5 June 2018
Renowned as a former soloist with Royal Danish Ballet, Englund is beloved as a teacher and coach for her commitment to developing the whole dancer — not just technique, but inner expression, musicality, and healthy lifestyle.

— karen campbell, BostonGlobe.com, "Boston Ballet’s John Lam is set to soar in dances from Balanchine to Bournonville," 10 May 2018
Jonghyun’s second studio LP Poet | Artist was recorded before the K-pop star’s passing, and serves as a testament to his career and distinct musicality.

— tamar herman, Billboard, "Jonghyun Leaves Behind Posthumous Gift of an Album, 'Poet | Artist'," 23 Jan. 2018

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1850

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