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cantata Definition and Meaning in English (cantata definition)

noun
Synonyms:oratoriochoralehymn
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Cantata definition: A musical composition, typically for voices and orchestra, especially one of several movements, often based on a dramatic or religious text.

Definitions of Cantata

  1. 1noun

    A musical composition, typically for voices and orchestra, especially one of several movements, often based on a dramatic or religious text.

Example Sentences

“Bach composed many famous cantatas during his lifetime.”

“The choir performed a beautiful cantata at the church concert.”

Synonyms

oratoriochoralehymn

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Cantata definition: A musical composition, typically for voices and orchestra, especially one of several movements, often based on a dramatic or religious text.
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'Cantata' translates to 'cantata' in English. Cantata definition: A musical composition, typically for voices and orchestra, especially one of several movements, often based on a dramatic or religious text.
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