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fugal

 

[ หˆfjuหษกษ™l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

musical form

The term 'fugal' refers to a style of composition that resembles a fugue. Fugue is a complex musical structure that involves the interweaving of multiple melodic lines, usually based on a main theme. In fugal pieces, one voice introduces the theme, followed by subsequent voices that enter in succession, each imitating the theme at different pitches. The interplay of these voices creates a rich and intricate texture, often characterized by counterpoint. This term is commonly used in discussions about classical music where counterpoint and thematic development are prevalent.

Synonyms

contrapuntal, polyphonic

Examples of usage

  • The fugal passage in the symphony showcased the composer's skill.
  • She enjoyed studying the fugal techniques used by Bach.
  • The piece ended with a dramatic fugal section.

Translations

Translations of the word "fugal" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fugal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅเคฏเฅ‚เค—เคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช fugal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ fugal

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ัƒะณะฐะปัŒะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ fugalny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใƒผใ‚ฌใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fugal

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fugal

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท fugal

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ“จ๊ฐˆ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ููˆุฌุงู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fugรกlnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fugรกlny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ต‹ๆ ผ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ fugalni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรบgal

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ัƒะณะฐะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒฃแƒ’แƒแƒšแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fugal

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fugal

Etymology

The word 'fugal' is derived from the Italian term 'fuga', meaning 'flight' or 'to flee'. The term came into use in the early 17th century, correlating with developments in music that emphasized the interaction of independent melodic lines. Its usage has evolved significantly, especially during the Baroque period, when composers like Johann Sebastian Bach elevated the fugue as a central feature of Western classical music. The structure of the fugue has roots in earlier polyphonic practices, but it became codified as a distinct compositional technique in the works of later musicians. The study and performance of fugal compositions have remained an essential part of music education and appreciation.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,913 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.