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Definitions for: Recitative [n] a vocal passage of narrative text that a singer delivers with natural rhythms of speech
Webster (1913) Definition: Rec`i*ta*tive", n. [It. recitativo, or F.
r['e]citatif. See Recite.] (Mus.)
A species of musical recitation in which the words are
delivered in manner resembling that of ordinary declamation;
also, a piece of music intended for such recitation; --
opposed to melisma.
Rec`i*ta*tive", a.
Of or pertaining to recitation; intended for musical
recitation or declamation; in the style or manner of
recitative. -- Rec`i*ta*tive"ly, adv.
See Also: arioso, musical passage, passage
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