songbook
noun
song·book
ˈsȯŋ-ˌbu̇k 
: a collection of songs
specifically
: a book containing vocal music (such as hymns)
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On Play Monk, Monk’s songbook presents a jumping-off point for further experimentation with the unknown, an approach both syncretic and forward-looking.
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Levi Dayan, Pitchfork, 11 May 2026
The quartet of Gwen Stefani, Tony Kanal, Adrian Young and Tom Dumont kicked off their 18-show residency at Sphere Las Vegas on May 6 with a colorful romp through their ska-pop songbook.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Contestants have attempted her tunes before, but Idol had never set aside a night to showcase her songbook, which might seem like a surprise.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 28 Apr. 2026
Stanley had a songbook full of these, some spirited, some spiritual.
—Literary Hub, 28 Apr. 2026
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Levi Dayan, Pitchfork, 11 May 2026
The quartet of Gwen Stefani, Tony Kanal, Adrian Young and Tom Dumont kicked off their 18-show residency at Sphere Las Vegas on May 6 with a colorful romp through their ska-pop songbook.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Contestants have attempted her tunes before, but Idol had never set aside a night to showcase her songbook, which might seem like a surprise.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 28 Apr. 2026
Stanley had a songbook full of these, some spirited, some spiritual.
—Literary Hub, 28 Apr. 2026
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“Songbook.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/songbook. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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