CEFR C1

harmonizer

noun

Meaning

A device, software, or person that adds musical notes to a melody to create chords or vocal support.

Examples

The new digital harmonizer creates realistic backing vocals in real-time.
As a talented harmonizer, she intuitively finds the perfect third above the main melody.

Synonyms: singer, vocalist, processor

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harmonizer (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhɑːrmənaɪzər/

Definition

A device, software, or person that adds musical notes to a melody to create chords or vocal support.

Examples

The new digital harmonizer creates realistic backing vocals in real-time.
As a talented harmonizer, she intuitively finds the perfect third above the main melody.
The guitarist used a pedal-based harmonizer to thicken the sound of his solos.

How to Use harmonizer

act as a harmonizer (collocation): to perform the function of creating harmony — "The keyboard can act as a harmonizer for the lead vocalist."
use a harmonizer (collocation): to employ a device or person for harmonic support — "Many solo performers use a harmonizer to sound like a full choir."

Synonyms of harmonizer

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