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note-bash

Pronunciation: /ˈnəʊtˌbæʃ/

The English word “note-bash” has 1 meaning listed here.

verb

  1. To learn the most basic aspects of a piece of music (such as the notes and rhythm) via rote repetition, without regard for tempo, dynamics, style or musicality; typically done when first learning a new piece, as a way to understand it and build muscle memory.

Etymology

From note + bash, as an allusion to bashing the keys of a piano in an unmusical fashion when first learning a piece.

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