minstrelsy

• Существительное, обозначающее группу или труппу менестрелей, баллады и песни, исполняемые ими, или искусство и практику менестреля.

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.

   Труппа менестрелей

   • 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.

   Менестрельная поэзия

   • 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.

   Искусство менестреля

   • 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.