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Atonality
Music that lacks a tonal center or key.
12-tone technique
A method of composition developed by Schoenberg using all 12 notes of the chromatic scale in a fixed sequence.
Neoclassicism
A movement where composers returned to classical forms and structures while using modern harmonies.
Impressionism
A musical style characterized by fluidity, ambiguous harmonies, and an emphasis on tone color.
Minimalism
A music style characterized by repeated patterns and gradual transformation; exemplified by Philip Glass.
Serialism
A compositional technique extending the 12-tone method to other musical elements like rhythm and dynamics.
Aleatoric music
Music that involves elements of randomness or indeterminacy in composition or performance.
Electronic music
Music composed using electronic sound-generating devices like synthesizers and computers.
Spectralism
A compositional approach focusing on the analysis and manipulation of harmonic spectra.
Extended techniques
Unconventional methods of sound production on traditional instruments.
Tonal music
Music that is based on a tonal center or key.
Dodecaphony
Another term for the 12-tone technique, emphasizing the use of all twelve chromatic notes.
Folk influences
Inclusion of traditional folk elements in contemporary classical music.
Postmodernism
A movement that incorporates a mix of styles and traditions, often blurring the lines between high and low art.
Jazz influences
Integration of jazz elements such as swing, improvisation, and harmonic sophistication into classical compositions.
Film music
Music composed specifically for films, often enhancing the emotional impact of the visual narrative.
Crossover genres
Genres that blend elements from different musical styles, creating new forms of popular music.
Conceptual music
Music that is based on a central idea or concept rather than strict musical forms.
Sound art
An artistic form that incorporates sound as its primary medium.
Rhythmic complexity
The use of intricate and