Definition

A person who practices or supports a style of music that uses twelve different notes in an octave.

Example

The dodecaphonist created a unique composition that showcased all twelve tones.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a dodecaphonist?

No, I haven't! What’s that?

It's someone who uses a twelve-tone scale in their music.

That sounds really interesting! I’d love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dodecaphonist → It is formed from "dodeca-" (from Greek "dodeka", meaning twelve) and "phonist" (from Greek "phone", meaning sound or voice). A dodecaphonist is someone who uses a twelve-tone technique in music, emphasizing twelve distinct pitches.

Memory Tip

Think of 'twelve' ('dodeca-') and 'sound' ('phone') to remember that a dodecaphonist is someone who works with twelve distinct musical tones.

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