1. A short, light song or vocal composition, typically with a simple melody and often amorous or lyrical in character.
Usage: archaic; musical term; often used in Renaissance and early Baroque music

Examples

• The composer wrote a delicate canzonet for soprano and lute.
• Renaissance musicians favored the canzonet as a form of entertainment at court.
• She performed a charming canzonet from the 16th century.
• The canzonet's simple structure made it popular among amateur singers.
• He collected dozens of canzonnets in his music library.