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polyphonic
This term describes a specific architectural approach to sound where multiple independent melodies intertwine without one dominating the others. It evokes a sense of complexity and layered richness, contrasting with monophonic sound (a single melody) or homophonic sound (a melody supported by chords). In a musical context, it suggests a sophisticated, woven texture often associated with classical mastery or sacred choral works.
In the realm of technology and synthesis, the term shifts toward a functional capability. It refers to the hardware or software ability to trigger several distinct notes simultaneously. While the musical definition focuses on the artistic relationship between melodies, the technical definition focuses on the capacity for simultaneous output, such as a keyboard's ability to play a full chord rather than just one note at a time.
Meanings
Producing or consisting of two or more simultaneous lines of independent melody.
The choir performed a complex polyphonic composition from the Renaissance era.
Examples
The choir performed a complex polyphonic piece from the Renaissance era.
I wonder if this old synthesizer is actually polyphonic or just monophonic.
I wonder if this old synthesizer is actually polyphonic or just monophonic.
Bach is renowned for his mastery of polyphonic textures in his fugues.
The new ringtone is polyphonic so it sounds more like a real song.
Listen to how the different voices interweave in this polyphonic composition.
Listen to how the different voices interweave in this polyphonic composition.
The sound chip in the console allows for polyphonic audio playback.
It is a beautifully polyphonic arrangement where no single melody dominates.
It is a beautifully polyphonic arrangement where no single melody dominates.
Does this keyboard support polyphonic aftertouch for each key.