What is another word for polytonalism?
Pronunciation: [pˌɒlɪtˈɒnəlˌɪzəm] (IPA) 
Polytonality refers to the practice of using multiple keys or tonal centers simultaneously in music. It is a technique that creates a complex and dissonant sound, challenging the traditional rules of harmony. There are several synonyms for polytonalism, such as bitonality, tritonality, and atonality. Bitonality is the use of two keys or tonal centers, while tritonality refers to the use of three. Atonality, on the other hand, is the absence of a tonal center or key. Other related terms include chromaticism, which involves the use of chromatic notes outside the key signature, and dissonance, which involves tension created by the use of dissonant intervals.
