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Vinony

oratorio

noun

  1. large musical composition including an orchestra, a choir, and soloists
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ɔɹə'to:ɹeoʋ/

noun

Etymology: Borrowed from Italian oratorio (“oratorical”), from Latin ōrātōrius. Doublet of oratory.

  1. A musical composition, often based on a religious theme; similar to opera but with no costume, scenery or acting.