Definitions for: Cantata

[n] a musical composition for voices and orchestra based on a religious text

Webster (1913) Definition: Can*ta"ta, n. [It., fr. cantare to sing, fr. L.
cantare intens of canere to sing.] (Mus.)
A poem set to music; a musical composition comprising
choruses, solos, interludes, etc., arranged in a somewhat
dramatic manner; originally, a composition for a single
noise, consisting of both recitative and melody.

Synonyms: oratorio

See Also: classical music, serious music

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