A keynote in literature, music or public speaking's the principal underlying theme. In corporate or commercial settings, greater importance's attached to the delivery of a keynote speech or keynote address. The keynote will lay down the framework for the following programme of events or convention agenda; frequently the role of keynote speaker will also include the role of convention moderator. It'll also flag up a larger idea — a literary story, an individual musical piece or event. At… (More on Keynote)