melisma (Meaning)
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melisma (n.)
A piece of melody; a song or tune, -- as opposed to recitative or musical declamation.
A grace or embellishment.
Synonyms & Antonyms of melisma
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melisma Sentence Examples
- The soprano's melisma on the final note transfixed the audience.
- The choir's melismatic ornamentation lent a celestial quality to the anthem.
- The vocalist's melisma escalated into a whirlwind of breathtaking agility.
- The medieval hymn's elaborate melismas showcased the composer's virtuosity.
- The melisma in the opera aria served as a poignant lament.
- The trance-inducing melismas of the Sufi singer created a mystical atmosphere.
- The jazz singer's melismatic improvisation demonstrated his vocal prowess.
- The gospel choir's melismas carried the weight of countless emotions.
- The melisma in the Baroque motet evoked a sense of triumph and glory.
- The Renaissance madrigal's intricate melismas provided a tapestry of polyphonic splendor.
FAQs About the word melisma
A piece of melody; a song or tune, -- as opposed to recitative or musical declamation., A grace or embellishment.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The soprano's melisma on the final note transfixed the audience.
The choir's melismatic ornamentation lent a celestial quality to the anthem.
The vocalist's melisma escalated into a whirlwind of breathtaking agility.
The medieval hymn's elaborate melismas showcased the composer's virtuosity.
