Strophic
/ˈstrəʊfɪk/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Music Repetition
In music, 'strophic' indicates that one melody is repeated with every stanza, making it easy to remember.
Many folk songs are strophic, making them catchy and easy to sing along to.
Pro Tip 2/3Song Structure
'Strophic' can help identify the form of a song when discussing or analyzing music.
The national anthem is a good example of a strophic song.
Pro Tip 3/3Lyric Variations
Despite the same melody, in strophic songs, the lyrics change in each verse to tell a story or convey messages.
Traditional ballads are often strophic, with lyrics that narrate a tale over several verses.
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