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polytonalism

 

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Noun polytonalism has 1 sense
  1. polytonality, polytonalism - music that uses two or more different keys at the same time
    --1 is a kind of music

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Polytonalism

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: The musical technique of using multiple keys simultaneously.

Usage:

1. Composers like Igor Stravinsky and Charles Ives were known for their experimentation with polytonalism in their compositions.

2. The piece showcased an avant-garde approach to music, featuring dissonant polytonalism.

Sense: The use of multiple tonal centers in a musical composition.

Usage:

1. The symphony's polytonalism allowed for contrasting moods and harmonies to coexist.

2. This jazz piece was an excellent example of how polytonalism can create intricate layers and textures.

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