| No. | Item | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | acoustic | played without heavy amplification |
| 2. | acoustics | how sound behaves in a space |
| 3. | all-ages | open to people of any age |
| 4. | amp | device that boosts sound |
| 5. | amphitheater | open-air tiered venue |
| 6. | applause | clapping to show approval |
| 7. | arena | large indoor concert venue |
| 8. | audience | people watching and listening |
| 9. | backing vocals | supporting sung parts |
| 10. | balcony | upper seating area |
| 11. | bar | counter serving drinks |
| 12. | boo | shout of disapproval |
| 13. | box office | place selling or issuing tickets |
| 14. | breakdown | stripped-down rhythmic song section |
| 15. | bridge | contrasting section in a song |
| 16. | build | gradual rise in musical intensity |
| 17. | cable | wire connecting equipment |
| 18. | chorus | repeated main section of a song |
| 19. | circle pit | running circle in the crowd |
| 20. | closer | final song of a set |
| 21. | coat check | place to leave outerwear |
| 22. | concession | place selling food or drinks |
| 23. | cover | performance of another artist’s song |
| 24. | crowd | people attending the concert |
| 25. | curfew | required ending time |
| 26. | distortion | gritty altered guitar sound |
| 27. | doors | time entry begins |
| 28. | drop | sudden powerful musical release |
| 29. | earplugs | hearing protection for loud sound |
| 30. | encore | extra song after the set |
| 31. | energy | liveliness of the performance |
| 32. | exit | way out of a place |
| 33. | falsetto | very high singing voice |
| 34. | feedback | high squeal from audio loop |
| 35. | festival | event with many music acts |
| 36. | floor | main standing area |
| 37. | gate | entry point to the venue |
| 38. | general admission | unassigned entry or standing access |
| 39. | gig | live music performance |
| 40. | green room | private backstage waiting room |
| 41. | groove | steady compelling rhythmic feel |
| 42. | headliner | main act of the event |
| 43. | hook | catchy musical phrase |
| 44. | instrumental | music without sung words |
| 45. | intermission | break during the event |
| 46. | laser | narrow beam stage light |
| 47. | lineup | list of performers |
| 48. | livestream | live online video broadcast |
| 49. | load-in | bringing equipment into the venue |
| 50. | load-out | removing equipment after the show |
| 51. | meet-and-greet | brief fan session with artists |
| 52. | merch | band-branded items for sale |
| 53. | mezzanine | middle balcony seating level |
| 54. | mic stand | support for a microphone |
| 55. | microphone | device used to capture voice |
| 56. | mixer | board combining audio signals |
| 57. | monitor | speaker facing the performers |
| 58. | mosh pit | area of rough dancing |
| 59. | nosebleed | very high, distant seat |
| 60. | opener | first song or first act |
| 61. | opening act | performer before the headliner |
| 62. | ovation | enthusiastic sustained applause |
| 63. | PA | public address sound system |
| 64. | pass | credential allowing entry or access |
| 65. | phone-free | not allowing phones inside |
| 66. | pit | front area near the stage |
| 67. | pyro | stage fireworks effects |
| 68. | queue | line of waiting people |
| 69. | rail | front barrier by the stage |
| 70. | re-entry | permission to enter again |
| 71. | recording | captured audio or video |
| 72. | restroom | toilet facilities |
| 73. | reverb | echo-like sound reflection |
| 74. | riff | short repeated musical phrase |
| 75. | roadie | crew member handling gear |
| 76. | security | staff keeping people safe |
| 77. | set | group of songs played together |
| 78. | setlist | planned list of songs |
| 79. | sold out | having no tickets left |
| 80. | solo | featured part by one performer |
| 81. | soundcheck | pre-show test of equipment |
| 82. | speaker | device that plays amplified sound |
| 83. | stage | raised area for performers |
| 84. | standing room | area without assigned seats |
| 85. | subwoofer | speaker for deep bass |
| 86. | ticket | proof of entry to the show |
| 87. | tour | series of shows in places |
| 88. | usher | staff member guiding attendees |
| 89. | venue | place where the concert happens |
| 90. | verse | main lyrical section of a song |
| 91. | vibe | overall feeling or atmosphere |
| 92. | visuals | projected images or effects |
| 93. | vocals | singing parts of the music |
| 94. | volume | loudness level |
| 95. | wall of death | crowd rush from two sides |
| 96. | whistle | high sound made with lips |
| 97. | whoop | joyful loud cry |
| 98. | will call | pickup window for held tickets |
| 99. | wrist stamp | ink mark for admission |
| 100. | wristband | band showing admission or access |