Musical Mode (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various fixed orders of the various diatonic notes within an octave.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The composer experimented with different musical modes to create a unique sound for her symphony.
- The ancient Greeks used various musical modes to evoke different emotions in their listeners.
- The musician's use of the Phrygian mode added a distinctive flavor to the jazz improvisation.
- In traditional Indian music, the raga is a specific musical mode that is used to evoke a particular mood or atmosphere.
- The medieval hymn was written in the Lydian mode, which was commonly used in sacred music of the time.