Choral

chorale; hymn tune

noun kho-RAHL Rare

Origin: from Latin choralis

Usage Note

Choral in the Protestant tradition is a congregational hymn (Kirchenlied) sung to a harmonised melody, as codified by Luther and Schütz. In classical music, Bach's four-part Choräle are textbook examples of voice-leading.

Examples

"Die Gemeinde sang einen bekannten Choral von Martin Luther."

Natural Translation

The congregation sang a well-known chorale by Martin Luther.

Literal Translation

The congregation sang a well-known chorale of Martin Luther.

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