Nonpolyphonic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Nonpolyphonic is an adjective meaning Not polyphonic.
Meaning
Not polyphonic.
Example Sentences
This so-called monody or vocal solo accompanied by nonpolyphonic harmony had become the basis of opera.
...should the subsidiary woodwind line receive a separate group, or should we maintain the principle of nonpolyphonic grouping analyses?
For example, a music scenario could consist of a note not belonging to a chord, that is, nonpolyphonic, and with a height set within a certain range.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nonhomophonic, nonsymphonic, unsymphonic, nonorchestral, nonmonosyllabic, nonpolysyllabic.
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