The term "oratorio" has been used in literature in multifaceted ways, often to denote a large-scale musical or dramatic work that carries the weight and gravitas of a sacred narrative. In some texts, it refers quite directly to a musical composition—as when a character is requested to compose an oratorio on Mary Magdalene [1] or when musical programming is discussed in relation to Beethoven's symphonies [2]. In other instances, "oratorio" is juxtaposed with opera to emphasize the distinct career paths of performers skilled in both genres [3]. Additionally, its usage sometimes extends into adjectival forms, as seen in the playful linkage with "oratorical" in literary works [4]. This variety of uses highlights the term's layered meaning and its cultural resonance as both a specific genre of music and a broader metaphor for dramatic, narrative expression.