
Cantabile
Music Emotion
Used to describe expression that evokes a sense of peace or tranquility.

The choir's cantabile rendition of the hymn was breathtaking.
Not for Speech
Though related to singing, 'cantabile' is specific to music and not spoken word.

Her violin solo was distinctly cantabile, unlike her spoken introduction.
No Staccato
'Cantabile' contrasts with 'staccato', indicating longer and connected notes.

The cantabile nature of the piece was clear next to the staccato sections.
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DulcetFlowHarmoniousLyricalMelodiousMusicalSmoothTuneful
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