Example 2: Texture/repetition
Based on anthems, the idea, especially when first formed in the Baroque-era, was to clearly hear the choir chant their religious lyrics, though it is vital the piece remain homophonic as much as possible. Fortunately, the link to both pieces proves how homophonic they are.
First of all, homophony (homophonic) is a texture in which two or more parts move together in harmony, the relationship between them creating chords, or three or more notes heard simultaneously.
As stated in the last post, repetition, or the repeat of text, musical phrases, melodies, harmonies, etc. was common in anthems and will clearly be recognized.
Zadok the Priest is full of homophonic texture in each section.
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