With regard to Handel's "Hallelujah Chorus", is fair to say that passages with polyphonic texture, or voices which simultaneously feature different melodies, rhythms, and texts, add elements of musical variety.

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Danica Blackwell

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28 October, 13:53

With regard to Handel's "Hallelujah Chorus", is fair to say that passages with polyphonic texture, or voices which simultaneously feature different melodies, rhythms, and texts, add elements of musical variety.

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True, polyphonic texture is a type of musical texture consisting of two or more simultaneous lines of independent melody. Dynamic variety refers to the use of different sound sources. It adds variety and dramatic impact to music. Dynamics guides musicians in carrying out the artistic intentions of the composer. The composer of "Hallelujah Chorus" has dynamic variety.