two or more complete sets of harmony played against each other
Polyharmony
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Period
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a complete musical thought, concluded by a cadence, having two phrases, each usually two to eight bars (measures) in length
Partner song
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two or more different songs that can be sung at the same time to create harmony
Passing note
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a note that is not part of the prevailing harmony but which, as the harmony changes, arrives at another note consonant with t…
Part crossing
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when two voices cross over each other
Concord
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a chord, or group of notes complete and in total harmony with each other
Concordant
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a chord, or group of notes complete and in total harmony with each other
Hemiola
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rhythmic pattern where two notes are played in the time allotted to three or where three notes are played in the time allotte…
Hemiolia
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rhythmic pattern where two notes are played in the time allotted to three or where three notes are played in the time allotte…