👉 Polyphonic is a term that refers to music where different instruments, such as violins and cellos, are played simultaneously at the same time. This allows for a rich and varied sound with many harmonies and melodies. The term was coined by British composer John Cage in his 1932 work "The Cage-Book," which featured polyphonic works that were not specifically designed to be performed in concert but instead as an experimental musical experience. Polyphonic music often features a