Chorale (Noun)
Meaning
A stately Protestant (especially Lutheran) hymn tune.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The congregation sang a beautiful chorale to accompany the Communion service.
- Bach was particularly famous for his complex and intricate chorales.
- The church choir sang a traditional Lutheran chorale during the funeral procession.
- The chorale played on the organ added a sense of solemnity to the Easter service.
- The Baroque-style chorale echoed through the stone cathedral, filling the space with joy and praise.