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  1. Chanson - Wikipedia

    In modern-day France, chanson or chanson française is distinguished from the rest of French "pop" music by following the rhythms of the French language rather than those of English and having a …

  2. Chanson Française - YouTube

    Retrouvez sur la chaîne Chanson Francaise une sélection des classiques de la chanson française et de ses plus belles voix.

  3. Chanson | French Vocal Music, Medieval Ballads & Troubadours

    Chanson, (French: “song”), French art song of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. The chanson before 1500 is preserved mostly in large manuscript collections called chansonniers.

  4. What Is Chanson Music? A History of French Chanson Music

    Jul 15, 2021 · Chanson music refers to various eras of French song, from the monophonic chant of the Middle Ages to the polyphonic singing of the Renaissance. Modern chanson music connects …

  5. CHANSON Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Spectacular to look at, the production is unfailingly exuberant, a parade of color and catchy chanson.

  6. Chanson | Music Lessons US | MuseCoolMuseCool

    May 14, 2025 · Chanson is the French word for “song,” but in the context of music history, it refers to a rich and multifaceted tradition of French vocal music that spans from the medieval period to the …

  7. What is chanson music? - California Learning Resource Network

    May 18, 2025 · Chanson, translating directly as ‘song’ from French, is a genre deeply interwoven with French culture and history, characterized by its narrative depth, lyrical poetry, and emotive …

  8. Chanson – Definition & Detailed Explanation – Musical Genres Glossary

    Nov 13, 2025 · A chanson is a type of French song that originated in the Middle Ages and has evolved over the centuries. The term “chanson” is derived from the Latin word “canto,” which means song.

  9. CHANSON | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    CHANSON meaning: 1. a song, especially a song in French that is sung as part of a show: 2. a song, especially a…. Learn more.

  10. Chanson - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

    Chanson is the French word for "song". The word is often used in music to mean any song with French words, but it is more often used when talking about songs in which lyrics have been set to music by …