motet
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of motet
Example Sentences
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What makes the Motet special is its ability to smoothly incorporate surprising sounds, so when a spooky, spacelike synth enters in the middle of “Rynodub,” that works, too.
From Washington Post • Nov. 30, 2022
All remain seated while the Choir of St George's Chapel sing the Motet.
From BBC • May 19, 2018
A cappella program by the University of Chicago Motet Choir.
From Washington Post • Dec. 11, 2015
On April 17, The Motet, as well as Michael Franti with Spearhead will heat up the stage and melt the snow on the last day of Copper's winter season.
From Time Magazine Archive
The term Motet lacks somewhat of definiteness of the usage of composers.
From How to Listen to Music, 7th ed. Hints and Suggestions to Untaught Lovers of the Art by Krehbiel, Henry Edward
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