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choral

[kawr-uhl, kohr-, kuh-ral, kaw-, koh-, kawr-uhl, kohr-] / ˈkɔr əl, ˈkoʊr-, kəˈræl, kɔ-, koʊ-, ˈkɔr əl, ˈkoʊr- /






ADVERB
a cappella
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Born in Stuttgart in 1933, Mr. Rilling studied organ and composition before establishing himself as a choral director of authority and musicality.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

This use of video—along with a murmuring choral background—makes Ana’s dream sequences, in which she tries to become part of the landscape, the most effective parts of the show.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

“Reputation‘s” slow-burn hit “Don’t Blame Me” follows a similar playbook, using a killer choral backing to achieve the same hymnal quality that complex vocal layering creates on “Elizabeth Taylor.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2025

"Whether you're here for an intimate recital, a powerful play, a mass sing-along or an eight-hour choral epic, you'll encounter connection, curiosity, and the power of great art to shift perspectives."

From BBC • Aug. 1, 2025

As the drumming and choral singing intensified, they crouched slightly and stepped more quickly, moving together with precision.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann