contrapunto

Definitions of contrapunto
  1. noun
    a musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies
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    type of:
    polifonía
    music arranged in parts for several voices or instruments
  2. noun
    a decorative musical accompaniment (often improvised) added above a basic melody
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    type of:
    acompañamiento
    a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts
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