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prolongation

In voice-leading analysis, the technique by which a composer ‘prolongs’ a single harmony over a span of time by making other chords in the passage subordinate to the one being prolonged. The prolonged harmony is said to operate at a deeper structural level than the subordinate harmonies, and may itself be a part of a larger prolongation at a still deeper level. The term may also be used of structural melodic notes rather than harmonies. See structural harmony; fundamental line.



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Frederica's visit was nominally for six weeks, but her mother, though inviting her to return in one or two affectionate letters, was very ready to oblige the whole party by consenting to a prolongation of her stay, and in the course of two months ceased to write of her absence, and in the course of two or more to write to her at all.
Lady Susan by Austen, Jane View in context
"Oh, as for that," said Danglars, angry at this prolongation of the jest, -- "as for that you won't get them at all.
The Count of Monte Cristo by Dumas, Alexandre View in context
There was, on the contrary, an irritating prolongation.
The Red Badge of Courage by Crane, Stephen View in context
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