fuguing
Definition
- Adjective:
- In the form of a fugue: "Fuguing" describes a musical composition or passage that is structured as a fugue, a complex contrapuntal form where a theme is introduced and then imitated by different voices.
- Relating to fugue technique: It refers to the style or method of composing in fugue, involving systematic imitation and development of a musical subject.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- The composer wrote a fuguing passage for the choir. (A musical section written in fugue form.)
- Her fuguing style is evident in the intricate interplay of voices. (Her compositional method uses fugue techniques.)
Advanced Usage
"fuguing tune": A specific type of hymn or song that incorporates fugue-like imitation, common in early American sacred music.
- The congregation sang a fuguing tune with overlapping vocal lines. (A hymn using imitation between parts.)
"fuguing voice": A vocal part that enters in imitation of another part, following fugue principles.
- The soprano's fuguing voice echoed the alto's melody. (The soprano imitated the alto's theme.)
Variants and Related Words
Fugue (n): a musical composition in which a theme is introduced and repeated in complex interweaving patterns.
- The fugue by Bach is a masterpiece of counterpoint. (A composition using fugue form.)
Fugal (adj): relating to or resembling a fugue.
- The fugal passage required precise timing from all musicians. (Similar to fugue in structure.)
Synonyms
- Contrapuntal: relating to counterpoint, where independent melodies are combined.
- Imitative: involving repetition or imitation of a musical theme.
Related Idioms
In fugue style: performed or composed in the manner of a fugue.
- The final movement was in fugue style, with each instrument entering one by one. (Using fugue techniques.)
Fugue-like: resembling a fugue in structure or effect.
- The fugue-like repetition of the melody created a hypnotic effect. (Similar to a fugue.)