vocal music

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vocal music

A choir performs a piece of vocal music in a concert hall.

Definition

Noun: 1. Music that is vocalized (as contrasted with instrumental music): This refers to any music where the primary sound-producing medium is the human voice, as opposed to instruments. 2. Music intended to be performed by one or more singers, usually with instrumental accompaniment: This refers to compositions written specifically for vocal performance, which may include solo songs, choral works, or operatic pieces, often with supporting instruments.

Usage Examples
  • The concert featured a diverse program, from symphonies to .
  • She specializes in Renaissance , performing madrigals and motets.
  • The class focuses on the techniques required for performing classical .
Advanced Usage
  • The term can be used in academic or critical contexts to discuss the stylistic features, historical development, or theoretical aspects of music written for the voice.
    • The evolution of Baroque vocal music is marked by the rise of the opera and the cantata.
  • It can be contrasted with specific sub-genres like "chamber music" or "electronic music" when categorizing a performance or recording.
    • The festival's lineup includes electronic, instrumental, and vocal music.
Variants and Related Words
  • Vocal (adj): Of or relating to the voice. (e.g., , )
  • Vocalist (n): A singer, especially in a pop, jazz, or rock band.
  • Vocalize (v): To produce sound with the voice; to sing.
  • A cappella (adj/adv): Vocal music performed without instrumental accompaniment. (This is a specific type of vocal music).
Synonyms
  • Singing
  • Song (though this often implies a shorter, specific composition)
Related Phrases and Contexts
  • Choral music: A major category of vocal music written for a choir or chorus.
  • Art song: A genre of vocal music, typically for solo voice and piano, setting poetic text.
  • Vocal performance: The act of singing a piece of vocal music.
vocal music

A choir performs a piece of vocal music in a concert hall.

Noun
  1. music that is vocalized (as contrasted with instrumental music)
  2. music intended to be performed by one or more singers, usually with instrumental accompaniment

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