Polyphony

+**Polyphony** is a type of musical texture where multiple independent melodic lines sound simultaneously. Each distinct voice maintains its own identity while weaving together with others, creating a rich tapestry of interwoven sound, often contrasting with a single melody or [Monophony](/wiki/monophony). This intricate interplay of [Melody](/wiki/melody) has been a foundational element in Western classical music from the Medieval era onwards.

+## See also

+- [Counterpoint](/wiki/counterpoint)

+- [Harmony](/wiki/harmony)

+- [Homophony](/wiki/homophony)