retrograde inversion
In music theory, "retrograde inversion" is a technique that manipulates a melody by reversing its order and inverting its intervals.
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Definition
C1Music Theory
(technical, academic)A method where a melody is played backwards and with each interval flipped in direction.
Example
- The composer used retrograde inversion to transform the original theme into a new, complex variation.
- By applying retrograde inversion, the piece gained an intricate and mirrored structure.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "retrograde inversion":
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