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"So Long, Farewell", The Sound of Music (1965)

1. Facial expressions: adorable, bright, shy, innocent, wide-eyed
2. Choreography: attractive, synchronized, smooth, graceful, poised, careful, fragile
3. Sound: cooing, melodic, soft
4. Posture: stiff, proper 

Tone words: cheery, dignified, gentle, lighthearted, peaceful, pleasant, relaxed, soothing, sweet

Claim: In the "So Long, Farewell" musical number of the Sound of Music, the Von Trapp children's bright  facial expressions, poised choreography, and cooing, melodic music develops the sense of lighthearted pleasure and soothing amusement.