Search

What is another word for Recitativo?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪsˌɪtɐtˈɪvə͡ʊ] (IPA)

Recitativo is a term used in musical contexts to denote singing styles or techniques that emphasize the speech-like delivery of the words. Some synonyms for recitativo that are commonly used include declamatory, narrative, prosaic, oratorio, and dramatic. The musical style of recitativo is often associated with operatic or theatrical performances that require singers to deliver dialogue or narration in a way that is both musical and expressive. These synonyms help to identify the different types of recitativo and the ways in which they are used to communicate meaning and emotion through music. Whether it is in an opera, an oratorio, or a musical theatre performance, recitativo is an essential component that adds depth and richness to the musical experience.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Usage examples
Search

Synonyms for Recitativo:

What are the hypernyms for Recitativo?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Recitativo

The words I did not understand, and so know not how they are fitted, but believe very well, and all in the Recitativo very fine.
"Diary of Samuel Pepys, Complete Transcribed From The Shorthand Manuscript In The Pepysian Library Magdalene College Cambridge By The Rev. Mynors Bright"
Samuel Pepys Commentator: Lord Braybrooke
I confess I do admire it: but in Recitativo the sense much helps him, for there is but one proper way of discoursing and giving the accents.
"Diary of Samuel Pepys, Complete Transcribed From The Shorthand Manuscript In The Pepysian Library Magdalene College Cambridge By The Rev. Mynors Bright"
Samuel Pepys Commentator: Lord Braybrooke
In long pieces of music there is the plain Recitativo, as well as the higher, and more musical modulation, and they mutually recommend, and set off each other.
"The Lives of the Poets of Great Britain and Ireland (1753),Vol. V."
Theophilus Cibber

Word of the Day

fraternal benefit society benefits
The antonyms for "fraternal benefit society benefits" are difficult to pinpoint as they are more conceptual than actual opposites. However, some potential antonyms may include "ind...