What does polyphony mean?

n. Music made by many different notes played or sung at the same time, creating a rich and complex sound.

polyphony

🇺🇸 /pəˈlɪfəni/ 🇬🇧 /pəˈlɪfəni/

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noun

Music made by many different notes played or sung at the same time, creating a rich and complex sound.

The choir's performance of the Renaissance motet showcased the beauty of polyphony.

Music made by many different notes played or sung at the same time, creating a rich and complex sound.

Plural polyphonies