cabalettas
/ˌkæbəˈlɛtəz/
noun
- A short, lively aria in an opera, usually with a fast tempo and a simple, repeated rhythm.
- The composer wrote a cabaletta for the heroine to express her triumph over the villain.
- The soprano's cabaletta brought the audience to their feet with its rapid, joyful melody.
- In the final act, the tenor sang a brilliant cabaletta that showcased his vocal agility.
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