antiphony

[US]/ænˈtɪfəni/
[UK]/anˈtɪfəni/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.alternating vocal responses in music or singing; call-and-response singing.; a musical composition consisting of alternating vocal parts.
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Phrases & Collocations

antiphony of voices

a beautiful antiphony

antiphony in music

study of antiphony

antiphony in literature

Example Sentences

the choir performed an antiphony of ancient hymns.

the two voices created a beautiful antiphony together.

their laughter and shouts formed an antiphony of joy.

the mountains echoed with the antiphony of birdsong.

the composer used antiphony to create a sense of dialogue in the piece.

the antiphony added depth and complexity to the musical performance.

learning about antiphony can enhance your understanding of music theory.

the use of antiphony in the opera was particularly effective.

antiphony is a technique often used in choral music.

the antiphony created a mesmerizing and ethereal atmosphere.

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