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How to pronounce “counterpoint”
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Pronunciation guide for counterpoint
- Learning goal
- Practice the English pronunciation of counterpoint with real speech in context.
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- Real speech example
- Improvising on the Piano with Code
All his music is supported by the rules of counterpoint,
- Definition summary
- (music) A melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies.
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How to pronounce counterpoint
Improvising on the Piano with Code
All his music is supported by the rules of counterpoint,
Example Sentences
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Meaning
- [Noun]
- (music) A melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies.
- Any similar contrasting element in a work of art.
- An opposite point.
- [Verb]
- (transitive) To compose or arrange such music.
- (transitive) To serve as an opposing point against.
Practice Nearby Words
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