capella Definition
- 1music without instrumental accompaniment
- 2a choir or singing group that performs without instrumental accompaniment
Using capella: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "capella" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The group performed a beautiful rendition of an a cappella song.
Example
The a cappella choir sang at the church service.
Example
The album features several a cappella tracks.
capella Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for capella
- unaccompanied music
- vocal music
- choral music
Phrases with capella
a cappella group
a group of singers who perform without instrumental accompaniment
Example
The a cappella group won first place in the competition.
a cappella arrangement
a musical composition that is written to be performed by a group of singers without instrumental accompaniment
Example
The choir director created a beautiful a cappella arrangement of the song.
a cappella festival
a music festival that features performances by a cappella groups and singers
Example
The a cappella festival attracts thousands of visitors every year.
Origins of capella
from Italian 'a cappella', meaning 'in chapel style'
Summary: capella in Brief
'Capella' [kuh-pel-uh] refers to music that is performed without instrumental accompaniment. It can also refer to a choir or singing group that performs without instruments. Examples include 'The group performed a beautiful rendition of an a cappella song.' and 'The a cappella choir sang at the church service.' Phrases include 'a cappella group,' 'a cappella arrangement,' and 'a cappella festival.'
