opera-ballet AH- prah bal-LAY Your browser does not support the audio element. [ English ] Definition A popular French music drama which makes use of musical forms found in a ballet (instrumental composition and dances) and those forms found in an opera (aria and choruses). Popular from about the 1680's to the 1730's. See Also [English] opera Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2016-06-06 00:39:02
