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polka

Music; Classical

An energetic Bohemian dance performed in the round in 2/4 time. Originally a peasant dance, but in the mid-19th century it became popular throughout all classes in Europe and America.

polonaise

Music; Classical

A stately Polish processional dance in 3/4 time; especially popular as an instrumental form in the 18th and 19th centuries.

polyphony

Music; Classical

Musical texture in which two or three lines simultaneously sound, each line retaining its identity.

pizzicato

Music; Classical

String instruments that are picked instead of bowed.

plainchant

Music; Classical

See chant.

plainsong

Music; Classical

Liturgical chant, such as Gregorian chant.

piano trio

Music; Classical

A chamber music ensemble consisting of a pianist and two other players (here restricted to string players), or a composition played thereby.

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