👉 Ballade is a type of Italian folk song that originated in Italy and is one of the most popular forms of Italian music. It consists of two or more instrumental pieces, each sung by a different singer, typically accompanied by a piano accompaniment. In Italian, "ballade" refers to a type of song where the melody is repeated several times throughout the performance, creating an elaborate and intricate structure that often includes lyrics and musical arrangements. Ballades are widely performed as part of religious festivals or