subtune

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

sub- +‎ tune

Noun[edit]

subtune (plural subtunes)

  1. A tune that makes up part of a larger musical work or collection of tunes.
    • 2014, Edward Green, Evan Spring, The Cambridge Companion to Duke Ellington, page 232:
      When we reach measure 17 (the first measure of the second “subtune”), the words “Always get” likewise receive an upward slide, but there are subtle changes (Example 15.2).

Usage notes[edit]

  • Not a technical term in music.
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