melismatic
/ˌmɛlɪzˈmætɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or characterized by melisma; having many notes sung to one syllable.
- The melismatic style of the choir made the hymn sound elaborate.
- Gregorian chant is often melismatic, with long passages on a single vowel.
- Her melismatic singing added a soulful touch to the pop ballad.
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