cantus figuratus

Definition of the Latin term cantus figuratus in music:

  1. literally "figured song"
  2. song written with note values that indicate rhythm (characterized by ornamentation and rhythmic variation)
Language
Latin
Singular
cantus figuratus
Plural
cantus figurati
Abbreviation
C. figuratus
Synonym

Related terms

Latin musical terms related to cantus figuratus:

  • cantus – chant, plainsong...