ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Polytonality

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Polytonality is a noun meaning (music) The use of multiple keys in the same composition, especially by multiple instruments at the same time.

Meaning

(music) The use of multiple keys in the same composition, especially by multiple instruments at the same time.

Word Forms

Synonyms for polytonality

Depending on context, synonyms include polyharmony, polytonalism.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include polytonalism, polymodality, polyphony, polyrhythm, multiphonics, triplophonia.

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