harmony

/ˈhɑɹməni/

the combination of simultaneous notes in chords

harmony in a sentence

“The rich harmony supported the melody.”

Greek harmonia agreement, concord

Related Words

timbre

the distinctive quality of a sound

legato

smooth and connected notes

staccato

short, detached notes

vibrato

slight, rapid variation in pitch for expressiveness

pizzicato

plucking strings instead of using the bow

glissando

a slide from one note to another