atonal
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Eventually, the atonal structure becomes the film’s nature.
From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026
For example, dissonant, atonal harmonies convey a sense of unrest.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2024
He once played a piece for piano, violin and oboe for Milhaud that contained a melody he was ashamed to have written, as 12-point atonal music was in vogue at the time.
From Washington Times • Feb. 9, 2023
And the nuns throw themselves about as a unit, whether in prayer or possession, in serene harmony or atonal cries.
From New York Times • Jun. 29, 2022
Since the music is not organized by the familiar rules of Western music, many people have trouble appreciating atonal music without some help or study.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
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Music - Middle School
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