Cantata: meaning, definitions and examples

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cantata

 

[ kษ™nหˆtษ‘หtษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

musical composition

A cantata is a vocal composition with instrumental accompaniment, typically consisting of several movements, often involving a choir, soloists, and a small orchestra. It can be composed for various occasions, such as religious ceremonies or celebrations, and often conveys a narrative or emotional story. Cantatas can vary in length and complexity, and some famous examples include those composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. They are distinct from operas, as cantatas are usually performed in a concert setting rather than staged.

Synonyms

chorale, oratorio, vocal work.

Examples of usage

  • Bach's cantatas are masterpieces of Baroque music.
  • The choir performed a beautiful cantata at the festival.
  • He wrote a cantata for the church service.
  • The cantata tells the story of the nativity.

Translations

Translations of the word "cantata" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cantata

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เค‚เค เคฟเค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kantate

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kantata

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐะฝั‚ะฐั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kantata

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒณใ‚ฟใƒผใ‚ฟ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cantate

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cantata

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kantata

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์นธํƒ€ํƒ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุงู†ุชุงุชุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kantรกta

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kantรกta

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅบทๅก”ๅก”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kantata

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kantata

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะฐะฝั‚ะฐั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒœแƒขแƒแƒขแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kantata

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cantata

Etymology

The word 'cantata' originates from the Italian term 'cantare', which means 'to sing'. It was first used in the 17th century to describe a piece of music that was sung, as opposed to played instrumentally. The early cantatas were short and typically included a solo singer with lute accompaniment. As the genre evolved during the Baroque period, it transformed into more elaborate works that included multiple movements and the combination of soloists and choirs. Johann Sebastian Bach is one of the most renowned composers associated with the cantata form, having written over 200 cantatas that are celebrated for their intricate melodies and harmony. The cantata has continued to influence various musical forms, incorporating elements from opera, oratorio, and choral music throughout its history.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,607, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.