counterpoint
coun
ˈkaʊn
kawn
ter
tər
tēr
point
ˌpɔÉȘnt
poynt
/kˈa‍ʊntəpˌɔ‍ÉȘnt/

Definition och betydelse av "counterpoint"pÄ engelska

Counterpoint
01

a musical composition in which two or more independent melodies are played or sung simultaneously, creating harmony and interplay

Exempel
Counterpoint requires careful attention to melody and harmony.
02

a secondary or complementary melody that accompanies and harmonizes with a primary melody

Exempel
In the duet, the counterpoint intertwines gracefully with the lead melody.
03

an element that contrasts with another in a way that is distinctive or harmonious

Exempel
The author 's ironic tone offers a counterpoint to the dark subject matter.
to counterpoint
01

to highlight differences by comparison

Exempel
His argument counterpoints traditional practices with innovative approaches.
02

to compose using the technique of combining independent melodic lines

Exempel
Students learned to counterpoint two or more independent melodies.
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