About Carnival song
Carnival song is a music genre that emerged in Italy. It is usually classed as a form of part song and carnival music.
From Wikipedia
A carnival song or canto carnascialesco (pl. canti carnascialeschi) was a late fifteenth- and early sixteenth-century song used to celebrate the carnival season in Florence, mainly the weeks preceding Lent and the Calendimaggio, which lasted from May 1 to June 24. The festivities included song and dance, usually performed or led by masked professionals.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Carnival song.
- ↑ part song
- ↑ carnival music
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Carnival song?
Carnival song is a music genre that emerged in Italy. It is usually classed as a form of part song and carnival music.
Where and when did Carnival song originate?
Carnival song originated in Italy.