Definition

1. Noun:
   • Small vocal group / Choral ensemble: A small group of singers who perform together, typically larger than a duet but smaller than a full choir. It often refers to a group performing a specific piece of choral music.
   • Chorus (in a specific context): Can refer to a chorus or choral section within a larger musical work, performed by a select group of singers.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Tốp ca của trường đã giành giải nhất tại cuộc thi. (The school's vocal group won first prize at the competition.)
  • Bài hát này có một đoạn tốp ca rất hay. (This song has a very beautiful choral section.)
  • Họ biểu diễn như một tốp ca ba người. (They performed as a trio of singers.)

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in the context of organized performances, school activities, or specific segments within operas, musicals, or modern songs where a small group sings in harmony.

Variants and Related Words

• Hợp ca (n): Chorus; refers more generally to choral singing, often involving a larger group.
• Đơn ca (n): Solo singing.
• Song ca (n): Duet.

Synonyms

• Vocal group
• Singing ensemble
• Choral group

Related Idioms

• While not a direct idiom, the phrase means to participate in or join a small singing group.
  • Cô ấy rất thích tham gia tốp ca của giáo xứ. (She really enjoys participating in the parish's vocal group.)