Contrapuntal vs. Counterpoint — What's the Difference?

Of, relating to, or incorporating counterpoint.

In music, counterpoint is the relationship between two or more musical lines (or voices) which are harmonically interdependent yet independent in rhythm and melodic contour. It has been most commonly identified in the European classical tradition, strongly developing during the Renaissance and in much of the common practice period, especially in the Baroque.

Of or in counterpoint.

Melodic material that is added above or below an existing melody.

(music) Of or relating to counterpoint.

The technique of combining two or more melodic lines in such a way that they establish a harmonic relationship while retaining their linear individuality.

With two or more independent melodic lines.

A composition or piece that incorporates or consists of contrapuntal writing.

Pertaining to, or according to the rules of, counterpoint.

A contrasting but parallel element, item, or theme.

Relating to or characteristic of or according to the rules of counterpoint;

Use of contrasting elements in a work of art.

Having two or more independent but harmonically related melodic parts sounding together

(Music) To write or arrange (music) in counterpoint.

To set in contrast

(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.

Obsolete form of counterpane

(transitive) To compose or arrange such music.

(transitive) To serve as an opposing point against.

An opposite point

The setting of note against note in harmony; the adding of one or more parts to a given canto fermo or melody

A coverlet; a cover for a bed, often stitched or broken into squares; a counterpane. See 1st Counterpane.

A musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies

To show differences when compared; be different;

Write in counterpoint;