coryphæus

Definition of the Latin term coryphæus in music:

  1. leader of the chorus (in a Greek theatre)
Language
Latin
Singular
coryphæus
Plural
coryphæi

Related terms

Latin musical terms related to coryphæus:

  • cantoris – the half of a church choir located on the cantor’s...
  • choragus – chorus leader (the person in charge of a chorus)
  • choralis – connected to the choir
  • chorus – chorus (large group of singers)
  • decani – the half of a church choir located on the dean's s...