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| bel can·to [ bèl kntō ] |
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1. style of singing: a style of operatic singing that concentrates on producing a pure and even tone. It was developed in Italy in the 17th and 18th centuries.
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2. instrumental style: a style of expressive melodic instrumental playing that uses the principles of bel canto singing
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| [Late 19th century. < Italian, "fine song"] |
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