antecedent An-teh-SEE-dint Your browser does not support the audio element. [ English ] Definition 1. The subject of a fugue or canon; the first phrase of a musical period. 2. Antecedent and consequent, a pair of musical statements that complement one another in rhythmic symmetry and harmonic balance. Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2016-04-29 19:17:42
