Enigmatical Canon (Noun)
Meaning
A canon in which the entrances of successive parts were indicated by cryptic symbols and devices (popular in the 15th and 16th centuries).
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The enigmatical canon, a staple of Renaissance music, required the listener to decipher hidden clues to understand the composition.
- Composers of the 15th century often employed the enigmatical canon to create complex and intriguing musical structures.
- Scholars have long been fascinated by the enigmatical canon, seeking to unravel the mysteries hidden within the intricate notation.
- The use of cryptic symbols in an enigmatical canon created a sense of mystery and intellectual challenge for both performers and listeners.
- In the enigmatical canon, the entrances of successive parts were indicated by symbols, such as astrological signs or mythological allusions, rather than conventional notation.