noun
musical performance; songs with shamisen accompaniment
Refers broadly to musical performances, especially traditional Japanese music. The first gloss highlights the common association with shamisen-accompanied songs, but the term can cover instrumental and vocal pieces in classical contexts.
彼は音曲の道に進むことを決意した。
He decided to pursue the path of traditional musical performance.
この祭りでは、地元の音曲が披露される。
At this festival, local musical performances are presented.