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debut
A performing artist is always excited at
his or her debut, or first public show.
debut – first public appearance
stubborn
Performers with stubborn desire to
succeed will continue to work hard.
stubborn – determined
permission
These musicians are allowed to play in
the subway. They were given
permission.
permission – allow something
hauling
When a band is traveling, workers are
hauling equipment from city to city.
hauling – carrying; moving
mournful
The von Trapp family was mournful as
they sang at the festival.
mournful – sad
towered
Performers on stilts have always towered
above their audiences.
towered – taller than others
triumph
Becoming a star is a triumph, or victory,
most performing artists desire.
triumph – victory
discouraged
Some dancers become discouraged, or
disappointed, after a poor performance.
discouraged – disappointed
toured
Ms. Wynkoop’s son, Josh, tours, or
travels, with his band, Taylor Thrash.
tours – travels
border
Touring performers often cross an
international border such as this one.
border – boundary