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polyphonically

/ˌpɒl.ɪˈfɒn.ɪ.kəl.i/

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adverb

C2formalcommonart/ˌpɒl.ɪˈfɒn.ɪ.kəl.i/

An adverb used in music theory and analysis meaning "in a polyphonic manner" or "with multiple independent melodic lines sounding simultaneously." It describes the performance, composition, or arrangement of music featuring two or more simultaneous lines of independent melody, as distinct from monophonic or homophonic textures.

  • 🇷🇺Наречие, используемое в теории и анализе музыки, означающее «в полифонической манере» или «с несколькими независимыми мелодическими линиями, звучащими одновременно». Описывает исполнение, сочинение или аранжировку музыки с двумя или более одновременными линиями независимой мелодии, в отличие от монодической или гомофонической фактуры.
  1. In a polyphonic manner C2 formal

    In a way that involves or relates to polyphony, which is a musical texture consisting of two or more simultaneous lines of independent melody.

    • The choir sang polyphonically, with each section weaving its own melody.
    • The composer arranged the piece polyphonically, creating a rich tapestry of sound.
    • The fugue was performed polyphonically, with each voice entering at a different time.

    🇷🇺Полифонически

  • more polyphonically comparative form
  • most polyphonically superlative form