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First, although I think the name Lydian is pretty, and I actually like it better than Lydia, it sounds a bit made up, and for that reason I don't care for it too much. Regarding your second question, I don't think musical names are cheesy. Three of my favorites are Aria, Viola, and Haydn, after the composer. With your list, there were so many that I didn't have strong feelings for either way, so I've just listed the ones I definitately liked or disliked. I hope you don't absolutely adore the ones I don't like, because I was a little rough with them. Please don't take offense. :)

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Like:
Aria (g)- One of my favorites
Elegie (g)- I like it, though I wouldn't use it myself.
Melody (g)- Not a favorite, but I don't hate it.
Nocturne (g) b)- I like the name, although I don't see how it's a "musical" name necessarily, other than being the name of a classical piece.

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Dislike:
Brava (g)- It's just strange. You could have b/g twins and name them Bravo and Brava. :P
Lied (prn. leed - b)- Looks exactly like the English word "lied".
Mandolin (g)- It would be kind of like naming your kid Harpsichord or Piccolo. It's just strange.
Serenade (g)- Also strange.
Uilleann (g)- Only if the surname was Pipes. ;)
Vocalise (g)- It's a *verb*.
Yodel (orginally jodel - b)- Another verb.

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-Bethany
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I'll talk with God, He'll understand.
I'll pray to Him, each day to Him
And He'll hear the words that I say.
His hand will guide my throne and rod
And I'll never walk alone
While I walk with God.