Monody and Threnody

Monody noun - Music consisting of a single vocal part (usually with accompaniment).

Threnody is a synonym for monody in hymn topic. In some cases you can use "Threnody" instead a noun "Monody", when it comes to topics like sad song.

Threnody noun - A composition expressing one's grief over a loss.

Monody is a synonym for threnody. You can use "Monody" instead a noun "Threnody".