
Chanter
Musical Leader
As a noun, 'chanter' refers to someone who leads in singing, usually in formal or religious settings.

She was chosen as the chanter for the choir's performance.
Cultural Tunes
'Chanter' can suggest the primary melody holder in traditional cultural music.

At the festival, the lead chanter performed ancient songs.
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