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duplum

DOO-pluhm

[Latin]

In 12th century organum, the duplum was the part immediately above the tenor. If a third part was present, it was called the triplum. In the 13th century, the duplum came to be known as the motetus.


See Also

[Latin] motetus

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Last Updated: 2013-05-03 18:22:55