1. a public performance of music or poetry, typically by one person or a small group
2. a detailed account or description of a series of events or facts

Examples

• The piano recital featured works by Chopin and Mozart.
• She gave her first violin recital at age twelve.
• The poetry recital drew a large audience to the library.
• His recital of the events leading up to the accident was very detailed.
• The witness provided a lengthy recital of what she had observed.
• The dance recital showcased the students’ progress throughout the year.