art song

noun

Synonyms of art songnext
: a usually through-composed song for solo voice and accompaniment compare folk song

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From beloved hits to symphonic art songs, Webb in his 80 years has written it all. — Brett Milano, Boston Herald, 6 Nov. 2026 The concert celebrates spring and includes a mix of opera arias, art songs and musical theatre selections that are uplifting. — Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 May 2026 Seriosa music, Indonesia’s unique adaptation of the Western art song, profoundly shaped his artistic identity. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Nov. 2025 The performance highlights a blend of musical theater, art song and opera, bringing together four opera singers for a program that celebrates motherhood, family, love and all that life offers. — Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for art song

Word History

First Known Use

1868, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of art song was in 1868

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“Art song.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/art%20song. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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