a composition for organ using a chorale as a cantus firmus or as the basis for variations
chorale prelude in American English
noun
Music
a composition usually for organ that is based on a chorale or other hymn tune and is typically contrapuntal in style
Word origin
[1920–25]This word is first recorded in the period 1920–25. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: audio, follow-up, montage, self-service, tie-in