A repetitive song, typically an incantation or part of a ritual.
Twang; manner of speaking; a canting tone.
Type of singing done generally without instruments and harmony.
A short and simple melody, divided into two parts by double bars, to which unmetrical psalms, etc., are sung or recited. It is the most ancient form of choral music.
To utter or repeat in a strongly rhythmical manner, especially as a group.
To sing or intone sacred text.
To sing, especially without instruments, and as applied to monophonic and pre-modern music.
The official song of a nation or sovereign state, generally of a patriotic nature and played at events to celebrate or honor said state.
The official song of a constituent state of a country.