Monothematic
(mah-noe-thee-MA-tik)


[Eng.]


A composition that is based upon a single theme is said to be monothematic.


SUGGESTED LISTENING EXAMPLE:

Haydn: Symphony No. 45 in F-sharp minor (farewell), I
W. W. Norton - 4-CD Musical Example Bank -- Disc 3, Track 5

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