Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

lead sheet

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.34 in modern English

Syllables: lead- sheet
IPA

13

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

2

Syllables

7

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A form of written music that specifies the melody, lyrics, and harmony.

Example Sentences

"A lead sheet is often the only form of written music used by a small jazz ensemble. One or more musicians will play the melody while the rest of the group improvises an appropriate accompaniment."

Inflected Forms

lead sheets (plural)

Questions

What does lead sheet mean?: A form of written music that specifies the melody, lyrics, and harmony.

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