Canon — What Is It?
A canon uses one voice to imitate another after a time delay according to a defined rule.
Form
Canon
A contrapuntal form based on delayed imitation.
A canon uses one voice to imitate another after a time delay according to a defined rule.
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♪MinuetA graceful historical dance and musical form in triple meter.›♪NocturneA lyrical piece associated with a night-like atmosphere.›♪PreludeAn introductory or independent short musical piece.›♪SonataAn instrumental work usually consisting of one or more movements.›♪WaltzA dance and musical form usually in triple meter.›
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