Meaning Of The Word Chaconne

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chaconne in American English
a slow, solemn dance in 3/4 time, of Spanish or Moorish origin, similar to the passacaglia
noun: an ancient dance, probably of Spanish origin, in moderate triple meter

chaconne in British English
noun: a musical form consisting of a set of continuous variations upon a ground bass

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