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Ballad vs Musical - What's the difference?

ballad | musical |

As nouns the difference between ballad and musical

is that ballad is a kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; especially, a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas while musical is a musical.

As a verb ballad

is (obsolete) to make mention of in ballads.

ballad

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • A kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; especially, a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas.
    • The poet composed a ballad praising the heroic exploits of the fallen commander.
  • A slow romantic pop song.
    • On Friday nights, the roller rink had a time-block called "Lovers' Lap" when they played nothing but ballads on the overhead speakers.

    Quotations

    * 1885, *: A wandering minstrel I — *: A thing of shreds and patches, *: Of ballads , songs and snatches,

    Verb

    (en verb)
  • (obsolete) To make mention of in ballads.
  • To compose or sing ballads.

    • musical

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Of or relating to music.
  • Gifted or skilled in music.
  • Pleasing to the ear.

    • Related terms

    * music * musicality * musically * musical instrument * musical theatre * musical film

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • a stage performance, show or film which involves singing, dancing and musical numbers performed by the cast as well as acting.