Counterpoint
01
a musical composition in which two or more independent melodies are played or sung simultaneously, creating harmony and interplay
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Bach 's fugues are masterpieces of counterpoint.
The composer studied counterpoint to improve his polyphonic writing.
02
a secondary or complementary melody that accompanies and harmonizes with a primary melody
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The violin plays the counterpoint while the piano carries the main tune.
A well-crafted counterpoint enhances the texture of the music.
03
an element that contrasts with another in a way that is distinctive or harmonious
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The modern sculpture provides a counterpoint to the classical architecture.
Her humor served as a counterpoint to his seriousness.
to counterpoint
01
to highlight differences by comparison
Exempel
The author counterpointed modern life with scenes from the past.
The director counterpoints humor with moments of serious reflection.
02
to compose using the technique of combining independent melodic lines
Exempel
The composer counterpointed the violin and cello lines skillfully.
The music professor demonstrated how to counterpoint effectively.
