cantilena
/ˌkæntɪˈleɪnə/
noun
- A smooth, flowing, lyrical melody or vocal line, especially in classical music or opera.
- The composer wrote a long cantilena for the cello solo.
- The soprano's cantilena floated effortlessly over the orchestra.
- This piece features a beautiful cantilena in the second movement.
- A simple, songlike instrumental piece or passage.
- The flute's cantilena was the highlight of the concert.
- He hummed a quiet cantilena while walking through the park.
- The pianist played a gentle cantilena that reminded me of a lullaby.