Monody (Noun)
Meaning
Music consisting of a single vocal part (usually with accompaniment).
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The monody that began the opera set a somber tone for the rest of the performance, showcasing the vocalist's impressive range.
- The baroque guitarist accompanied the singer in a beautiful monody that highlighted the emotional intensity of the lyrics.
- The composer's use of monody in the requiem mass created a sense of intimacy and vulnerability.
- The soloist's expressive voice soared in the monody, drawing the audience into the drama unfolding on stage.
- In the monody, the cellist's subtle accompaniment provided a perfect counterpoint to the singer's soulful melancholy.