atonalism

[US]/ˌætəˈtɒnɪzəm/
[UK]/ˌætəˈtɑːnɪzəm/

Translation

n.The practice of composing music without a tonal center or key.; The absence of tonality or key in music; a style of music that lacks a traditional tonal center.; A lack of harmony or coherence; dissonance.
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atonalism in music

Example Sentences

atonalism challenges traditional music structures.

many contemporary composers embrace atonalism.

atonalism can create a sense of disorientation.

some listeners find atonalism difficult to appreciate.

atonalism is often associated with modernism.

composers like schoenberg pioneered atonalism.

atonalism can evoke strong emotional responses.

understanding atonalism requires a new listening approach.

atonalism often breaks away from melody-based compositions.

studying atonalism can broaden one's musical horizons.

atonalism challenges traditional musical structures.

many composers explore atonalism in their works.

atonalism can create a sense of tension in music.

understanding atonalism requires a different listening approach.

atonalism is often associated with 20th-century music.

composers like schoenberg are pioneers of atonalism.

atonalism breaks away from conventional harmony.

exploring atonalism can expand one's musical horizons.

some argue that atonalism lacks emotional depth.

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