noun
- Plural of barcarole; songs traditionally sung by Venetian gondoliers, or instrumental compositions imitating such songs.
Usage: Also spelled 'barcarolles'; Musical term; Often used in classical and Romantic music
Examples
- Offenbach composed several barcaroles for his operettas.
- The pianist performed a collection of barcaroles by Chopin and Mendelssohn.
- Barcaroles typically feature a gentle, rocking rhythm that mimics the motion of boats on water.
- The concert featured traditional Venetian barcaroles sung by the choir.
- Many Romantic composers were inspired to write barcaroles after visiting Venice.