Music Crossword — 17 September 2026

Across

1. 2. Describes a hit song by the Scissor Sisters from 2004. (8)
2. 6. A melancholic song often expressing sorrow or regret. (6)
3. 7. Deep cuts in vinyl records that hold the music (7)
4. 9. Early 20th-century music style featuring syncopated rhythms. (7)
5. 11. Words that convey the message of a song (6)
6. 12. Acclaimed film by Quentin Tarantino featuring revenge and freedom. (6)

Down

1. 1. A lively tempo often seen in classical compositions. (7)
2. 3. A display of great skill, often in performance. (7)
3. 4. Musical sequences that often ascend or descend in pitch (6)
4. 5. Live presentation of music or drama, often on stage (11)
5. 8. Essential component of a violin or guitar (6)
6. 10. A pleasing sequence of musical notes often sung. (6)