chorale

• Eine feierliche, oft mehrstimmige Kirchenmelodie, besonders aus der lutherischen Tradition; auch ein Gemeindelied oder Kirchenlied.

A stately hymn tune, especially associated with the Lutheran church tradition.

1. Stately hymn tuneB2formal

   A dignified hymn melody, particularly associated with Lutheran church music.

   Feierliche Hymne

   • The congregation sang a beautiful chorale during the service.
   • Bach composed many famous chorales for organ.
   • The choir performed a traditional Lutheran chorale.

   Synonymeanthemcanticlehymnpsalm