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1 | 99% | 7 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 47% | 10 | Performing an ornamental melody above the main melody | |
3 | 29% | 12 | Melody that is played or sung against the main melody | |
Ornamental Melody Added Above A Theme Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "DESCANT" which means:
- 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
An example sentence would be:
- • "The descant melody soared above the harmonies of the choir."
- • "She played a beautiful descant on her flute during the performance."
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The Guardian Quick27 Aug 2012 | Across 18 | |
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