Religious Music Vocabulary

noun a medium to large-scale vocal work with instrumental accompaniment, typically in several movements, often involving a choir

• The cantata performed at the concert was a beautiful piece of classical music.
• I heard the cantata at the music show last night, it was really good.
• That cantata was lit, I can't stop listening to it!
• The cantata of nature's symphony played out in the forest as the birds sang in harmony.

noun a piece of music written for or sung by a choir

adjective relating to or characteristic of a choir or chorus

• The choral performance at the concert was captivating.
• I love singing in the choral group at school.
• The choral rehearsal was a blast, we sounded amazing!
• The choral harmony of voices created a beautiful tapestry of sound.

noun a liturgical hymn sung or played at the beginning of a Christian religious service

• The introit is a musical piece performed at the beginning of a church service.
• The introit is like the opening act of a concert in church.
• I love when the introit sets the mood for the rest of the service.
• The introit of the meeting was a lively discussion on the latest project.

noun a large musical composition for orchestra, choir, and soloists, typically on a religious theme

• The oratorio was performed by a professional choir and orchestra in the grand concert hall.
• We're going to see a cool oratorio at the church this weekend.
• That oratorio last night was lit!
• Her speech was like a powerful oratorio, moving the audience to tears.