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the simultaneous performance of the same pitch or note by multiple musicians or instruments
Unison in music refers to the situation where two or more voices or instruments play or sing the same pitch at the same time. This creates a single, unified sound without any harmonic differences between them. Unison is often used to emphasize a musical idea or theme and can strengthen the overall sound by blending the different sources of sound into one cohesive tone.
- The choir sang in unison, creating a powerful and unified sound.
- The violins played the melody in unison, emphasizing the melody's clarity and strength.
- The brass section performed a fanfare in unison, commanding attention with their synchronized playing.
- The pianist and guitarist played the chords in unison, creating a rich and full harmonic texture.
- The entire orchestra played the final chord in unison, bringing the piece to a dramatic conclusion.
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occurring together or simultaneously
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corresponding exactly