Fugue (music) – Musical composition that begins with a short simple tune, which is repeated by other voices or instruments and adds variations

(Pronounced fyoog)

To remember the definition of the word fugue, use the following mnemonic:

Start with a few good (fugue) notes to create a short, simple tune, repeat them and add variations.

Examples of fugue (music) in a sentence

Once the vocalist got the tune down, composing the fugue was simple.

The fugue was composed in the 15th century and has been sung by various vocalists throughout history.

The pianist was pleased of his intricate piece of composition as he played the fugue for his family and friends.