French translation of madrigalist is 
madrigaliste

Meaning of "madrigalist" in English

A "madrigalist" refers to a composer or performer of madrigals, which are intricate vocal music compositions that originated in the Renaissance period. Typically performed a cappella, madrigals involve polyphonic singing, where several vocal lines interweave harmoniously. Madrigalists were instrumental in popularizing this expressive musical form in both secular and sacred contexts, capturing the emotional and intellectual spirit of the era. As connoisseurs of vocal arrangement, madrigalists contributed significantly to the evolution of Western classical music.

Meaning of "madrigaliste" in French

In French, a "madrigaliste" is also an individual associated with the creation or performance of madrigaux (madrigals), a type of vocal music that gained prominence in the Renaissance. This sophisticated form includes multiple vocal parts sung simultaneously without instrumental accompaniment. French madrigalistes were pivotal in the art of interweaving vocal harmonies to formulate rich, expressive music that conveyed both secular and religious themes. They played a crucial role in shaping Renaissance music and influencing subsequent musical compositions.

Pronunciation of "madrigalist" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈmædrɪɡəlɪst/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation remains consistent across most English dialects. However, variations can occur between American and British English, particularly in the vowel sounds.

Pronunciation of "madrigaliste" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /madʁiɡalist/

Pronunciation Variations: Pronunciation may slightly vary based on regional accents in France, with subtle differences in vowel articulation or stress depending on the area.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The madrigalist composed a beautiful piece for the choir.
   (Le madrigaliste a composé une belle pièce pour la chorale.)

2. As a madrigalist, her influence on music was profound.
   (En tant que madrigaliste, son influence sur la musique était profonde.)

3. The madrigalist was invited to perform at the festival.
   (Le madrigaliste a été invité à se produire au festival.)

4. He studied under a renowned madrigalist in Italy.
   (Il a étudié sous un madrigaliste renommé en Italie.)

5. The madrigalist's work was celebrated for its complexity.
   (Le travail du madrigaliste était célébré pour sa complexité.)

6. Many young musicians aspire to become madrigalists.
   (Beaucoup de jeunes musiciens aspirent à devenir madrigalistes.)

7. The madrigalist wrote music that captured the spirit of the Renaissance.
   (Le madrigaliste écrivait de la musique qui capturait l'esprit de la Renaissance.)

8. She earned her reputation as a talented madrigalist.
   (Elle s'est fait une réputation de madrigaliste talentueuse.)

9. The madrigalist's compositions were often featured in royal courts.
   (Les compositions du madrigaliste étaient souvent présentées dans les cours royales.)

10. His legacy as a madrigalist endures in music history.
    (Son héritage en tant que madrigaliste perdure dans l'histoire de la musique.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "madrigalist" in English

Synonyms: cantor, vocalist, composer, musician, chorister.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: minstrels, troubadours, balladeers, singers, performers.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "madrigaliste" in French

Synonyms: chanteur, compositeur, musicien, choriste, interprète.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: ménestrels, troubadours, bardes, chanteurs, artistes.

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