bemaul

/ˈbeɪmɔːl/

Definitions

1. noun

A musical term, especially in jazz and blues, referring to a melodic phrase repeated in a different key or register.

“The musician improvised a bemaul over the chord progression, adding a unique touch to the song.”

Synonyms

  • melodic phrase
  • musical motif

Antonyms

  • discordant note
  • out-of-tune sound