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Counterpoint
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contrappunto
a musical composition in which two or more independent melodies are played or sung simultaneously, creating harmony and interplay
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The piece illustrates the principles of counterpoint in Baroque music.
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a secondary or complementary melody that accompanies and harmonizes with a primary melody
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The arrangement highlights the counterpoint without overpowering the main theme.
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an element that contrasts with another in a way that is distinctive or harmonious
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The dialogue creates a counterpoint between opposing perspectives.
to counterpoint
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contrastare
to highlight differences by comparison
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Her essay counterpoints urban chaos with rural tranquility.
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to compose using the technique of combining independent melodic lines
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The organist counterpointed the theme with complex rhythms.
