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No. 12,364 in Russian

кантата

A "cantata" is a vocal composition with instrumental accompaniment, typically in several movements, often based on a religious or poetic text.

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  • Великая кантата Баха вызывает восхищение у слушателей.

    The great cantata of Bach evokes admiration among listeners.

    Here, 'кантата' refers to a musical composition, highlighting the word's literal meaning as a structured musical form typically comprised of vocal and instrumental elements.

  • Школьники готовят кантату о мире для школьного концерта.

    The schoolchildren are preparing a cantata about peace for the school concert.

    In this context, 'кантата' relates to an original musical performance being created and performed by schoolchildren, showcasing its applicability to educational and collaborative settings.

  • Радиостанция трансляция кантату известного композитора в честь праздника.

    The radio station broadcasts the cantata of a renowned composer in honor of the holiday.

    This usage indicates 'кантата' as a celebrated piece broadcasted to the audience, demonstrating its role in cultural and celebratory contexts.

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