English Explanatory Dictionary

polytonality

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

The use of multiple keys in the same composition, especially by multiple instruments at the same time

Word forms

polytonality polytonalities

Etymology

From poly- + tonality.

Synonyms

polyharmony

Related words

bitonality polyvalence

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