harmonies

plural of harmony

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Recent Examples of harmonies Composers of both classical and popular music study what came before them, absorbing and reworking earlier melodies, harmonies, rhythms, and techniques. — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2026 Given the country singer’s presence, the music leans into the genre with softer, twangier strings that lift the effortless harmonies from the two singers. — Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2026 The rising global genre, known for its catchy harmonies and bouncing performance style, inspired the sisters to bring pop elements to their recording sessions. — Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026 Most of all, there’s Verdi’s score, with its mauve harmonies and Champagne sparkle. — Justin Davidson, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2026 These California girls had a foot in the Sixties, with their intricate Rubber Soul harmonies and jangly guitars. — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2026 The Cowsills were one of the biggest pop groups of its time, developing its own rich vocal harmonies and exquisite studio production techniques. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 19 Sep. 2026 But although the young crew have strong voices and deliver pretty harmonies, the pop performances sound so processed that you could be forgiven for asking if anyone is doing their own singing. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026 In crucial moments the music fleetingly becomes mysterious, even ominous, with minor-key harmonies and a twisting vocal turn doubled by the bass line of the piano part. — Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2026

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