minstrelsy

• Nom désignant l'art et la pratique des ménestrels, ainsi que l'ensemble des ballades et chansons qu'ils interprètent, ou encore un groupe ou une troupe de ménestrels.

A noun referring to a group or troupe of minstrels, the ballads and songs performed by them, or the art and practice of a minstrel.

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1. A troupe of minstrelsC2formalbritishart

   A group of traveling musicians and entertainers who performed songs, poetry, and stories, especially in medieval times.

   Troupe de ménestrels

   • The king's court was entertained by a lively minstrelsy from a neighboring kingdom.
   • A wandering minstrelsy arrived at the village square, drawing a crowd with their music.
   • The castle gates opened to welcome the minstrelsy, who were known for their tales of chivalry.

2. Ballads sung by minstrelsC2formalbritishart

   The collection of songs, poems, and narrative ballads performed by minstrels.

   Chansons de ménestrels

   • The old book contained a rich minstrelsy of heroic ballads and love songs.
   • He studied the minstrelsy of the 14th century, focusing on its lyrical themes.
   • The festival celebrated the minstrelsy of the region, with performers reciting ancient verses.

3. The art of a minstrelC2formalbritishart

   The skill or craft of composing and performing music, poetry, and storytelling as a minstrel.

   Art du ménestrel

   • He dedicated his life to the minstrelsy, mastering the lute and the art of storytelling.
   • The academy offered a course on medieval minstrelsy and its cultural impact.
   • Her performance was a true display of minstrelsy, blending music with dramatic narration.