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noun • a decorative musical accompaniment (often improvised) added above a basic melody verb • sing in descant • sing by changing register; sing by yodeling • talk at great length about something of one's interest | ||||||||
| 29% | 12 | Melody that is played or sung against the main melody | ||||||
noun • a musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies verb • to show differences when compared; be different • write in counterpoint | ||||||||
| 29% | 8 | In music, a melody or harmony that complements the main melody | ||||||
noun • a persistent but subordinate motif • a part of the score that must be performed without change or omission | ||||||||
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DESCANT which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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DESCANT
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Similar Clues
| Clue | Source | |
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1 | Accompaniment added above a basic melody
The Guardian Quick -
25 Feb 2014 | The Guardian Quick / 25 Feb 2014 |
2 | A higher melody line, often sung or played above the main melody | |
3 | A melody; a song; the upper part of any simple composition; correct intonation of a musical instrument; or, figurative harmonious adjustment
Telegraph Giant General Knowledge -
08 Apr 2023 | Telegraph Giant General Knowledge / 08 Apr 2023 |
4 | A spectre or spirit; a person’s soul; semblance; a faint trace, glimmer or vestige; or, a 1990 film featuring the song Unchained Melody
Telegraph Herculis -
04 Sep 2023 | Telegraph Herculis / 04 Sep 2023 |
5 | Decorative melody added above a simple musical theme
New York Times -
24 Jan 2013 | New York Times / 24 Jan 2013 |
6 | Melody that is played or sung against the main melody | |
7 | Ornamental melody added above a theme
The Guardian Quick -
27 Aug 2012 | The Guardian Quick / 27 Aug 2012 |
