1. a hymn or psalm sung by a choir and congregation together
2. a harmonized version of a traditional hymn tune
Usage: music
3. a choir or singing group, especially one associated with a church

Examples

• The congregation joined in singing the opening chorale.
• Bach composed many beautiful chorales for the Lutheran church.
• The church chorale performed at the Christmas service.
• She arranged the traditional chorale for four-part harmony.
• The chorale practiced every Wednesday evening.
• The organist played a Bach chorale as the prelude.
• Our school chorale will compete in the state festival.