polyphonic music

Definitions of polyphonic music
  1. noun
    music arranged in parts for several voices or instruments
    synonyms: concerted music, polyphony
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    antonyms:
    monophonic music
    music consisting of a single vocal part (usually with accompaniment)
    types:
    counterpoint
    a musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies
    type of:
    music
    an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner
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