1. Plural of barcarolle; a vocal or instrumental composition in the style of a Venetian gondolier's song, typically in 6/8 time with a lilting rhythm.
Usage: music; often capitalized when referring to specific compositions

Examples

• Offenbach composed several barcarolles for his operettas.
• The pianist performed a collection of Romantic-era barcarolles.
• Chopin's barcarolles are celebrated for their lyrical beauty and technical demands.
• The concert featured barcarolles from both Italian and French composers.
• She practiced the barcarolles until she captured their characteristic swaying rhythm.