A species of musical recitation in which the words are delivered in a manner resembling that of ordinary declamation; also, a piece of music intended for such recitation; -- opposed to melisma.
Use in sentences of RECITATIVE
Meaning of RECITATIVE in English
A species of musical recitation in which the words are delivered in a manner resembling that of ordinary declamation; also, a piece of music intended for such recitation; -- opposed to melisma.
Of or pertaining to recitation; intended for musical recitation or declamation; in the style or manner of recitative.