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  1. Monophony - Wikipedia

    In music, monophony is the simplest of musical textures, consisting of a melody (or "tune"), typically sung by a single singer or played by a single instrument player (e.g., a flute player) without …

  2. Monophony | Medieval, Gregorian, Chant | Britannica

    Monophony, musical texture made up of a single unaccompanied melodic line. It is a basic element of virtually all musical cultures. Byzantine and Gregorian chants (the music of the medieval Eastern and …

  3. Monophony Definition - AP Music Theory Key Term | Fiveable

    Monophony is a musical texture consisting of a single melodic line without any harmonic support or accompaniment. This means that there is only one voice or instrument performing the melody, …

  4. What is monophony, polyphony, homophony, monody etc.?

    Monophony means music with a single "part" and a "part" typically means a single vocal melody, but it could mean a single melody on an instrument of one kind or another. Polyphony means music with …

  5. Understanding Musical Textures: Monophony Explained and Explored

    Nov 6, 2025 · Monophony is a single melodic line without harmony or accompaniment, creating music that is pure, clear, and emotionally direct. It shaped early Western music through Gregorian chants …

  6. MONOPHONY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    MONOPHONY definition: a musical style employing a single melodic line without accompaniment. See examples of monophony used in a sentence.

  7. MONOPHONY Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of MONOPHONY is monophonic music.

  8. MONOPHONY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    MONOPHONY definition: music having a single melody without accompaniment or harmonizing parts, as in plainsong | Meaning, pronunciation, translations and examples

  9. Sonic Glossary: Monophony - Columbia CTL

    Monophony is a texture comprising a single line of musical tones: that is, a single melody, or intonation, or cantillation. It makes no difference whether there is one singer, or several, or many singers - so …

  10. What is a monophonic in music? - California Learning Resource Network

    Feb 16, 2025 · Monophony, despite its simplicity, remains a potent force in the world of music and technology. Its characteristics of a single melodic line, absence of harmony, and clarity offer unique …