(MF) Musical Texture Lesson

Musical Texture Lesson

Musical Texture ImageTexture describes the complexity of a musical composition. The word texture is used because adding different layers or elements to music creates a musical "tapestry." Texture can be simple or elaborate, and can be described with the following three terms most commonly used in music texture:

  • Monophonic: A single line of melody.
  • Homophonic: A single line of melody with chords or accompaniment.
  • Polyphonic: A composition with many voices and harmonies.

 

 

 

 

 

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