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a cappella
[ ah kuh-pel-uh; Italian ah kahp-pel-lah ]
adverb
- Sometimes acappella. without instrumental accompaniment.
- in the style of church or chapel music.
a cappella
/ ɑː kəˈpɛlə /
adjective
- music without instrumental accompaniment
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Word History and Origins
Origin of a cappella1
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Word History and Origins
Origin of a cappella1
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Example Sentences
She marked that occasion by singing an a cappella version of her anthem “Jolene” that should have convinced all who heard it.
Aside from the rejuvenating lyrics, the track brings a sonic surprise when members sing the motif in softened voices a cappella and with mild beatboxing in the background.
The song was performed a cappella at her daughter’s funeral after Charlottesville.
The group was founded in 1987 and now includes an 80-member adult chorus, a 24-member a cappella chamber ensemble, and the NorthEast Senior Singers.
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