motet in Latin
motet in Latin is motectum — motet means a short choral composition set to sacred words in an elaborate polyphonic style.
motet in Latin
motectum
A composition adapted to sacred words in the elaborate polyphonic church style; an anthem.
What does "motet" mean?
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noun A short choral composition set to sacred words in an elaborate polyphonic style.
"The choir rehearsed a Renaissance motet for Sunday's service."
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motet in a sentence
- The choir rehearsed a Renaissance motet for Sunday's service.
- She has sung motets by several early composers over the years.
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What is "motet" in Latin?
"motet" in Latin is motectum. motet means: A short choral composition set to sacred words in an elaborate polyphonic style.
How do you use "motet" in a sentence?
Example: "The choir rehearsed a Renaissance motet for Sunday's service." In Latin, "motet" is motectum.
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