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Counterpoint
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The composer studied counterpoint to improve his polyphonic writing.
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a secondary or complementary melody that accompanies and harmonizes with a primary melody
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A well-crafted counterpoint enhances the texture of the music.
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an element that contrasts with another in a way that is distinctive or harmonious
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Her humor served as a counterpoint to his seriousness.
to counterpoint
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to highlight differences by comparison
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The director counterpoints humor with moments of serious reflection.
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to compose using the technique of combining independent melodic lines
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The music professor demonstrated how to counterpoint effectively.
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