Vocal ensemble: meaning, definitions and examples

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vocal ensemble

 

[ ˈvəʊkəl ˌɒnsɒˈmb(ə)l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

music

A vocal ensemble is a group of singers performing together, typically without instrumental accompaniment. Vocal ensembles can vary in size from small groups to large choirs, and they often specialize in a particular genre of music such as classical, jazz, or pop.

Synonyms

choir, chorus, singing group

Examples of usage

  • Last night, we went to see a vocal ensemble concert at the local theater.
  • The vocal ensemble harmonized beautifully during the performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "vocal ensemble" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ensemble vocal

🇮🇳 स्वर समूह

🇩🇪 Vokalensemble

🇮🇩 ensambel vokal

🇺🇦 вокальний ансамбль

🇵🇱 zespół wokalny

🇯🇵 声楽アンサンブル

🇫🇷 ensemble vocal

🇪🇸 ensemble vocal

🇹🇷 vokal topluluğu

🇰🇷 보컬 앙상블

🇸🇦 فرقة غنائية

🇨🇿 vokální soubor

🇸🇰 vokálne zoskupenie

🇨🇳 声乐合奏

🇸🇮 vokalni ansambel

🇮🇸 raddsamstæða

🇰🇿 вокалды ансамбль

🇬🇪 ვოკალური ანსამბლი

🇦🇿 vokal ansambl

🇲🇽 ensemble vocal

Etymology

The term 'vocal ensemble' originated in the early 20th century as a way to describe a group of singers who perform together without the use of instruments. Vocal ensembles have been an important part of music history, with examples found in various cultures and time periods. The concept of vocal harmony and blending voices to create beautiful music has been a central focus of vocal ensembles throughout history.