countermelody

[US]/ˌkaʊntəˈmɛlədi/
[UK]/ˌkaʊntərˈmɛlədi/

Translation

n.an additional melody played or sung simultaneously with a main melody

Phrases & Collocations

countermelody theme

countermelody line

countermelody part

countermelody harmony

countermelody section

countermelody style

countermelody interplay

countermelody technique

countermelody variation

countermelody texture

Example Sentences

the composer added a countermelody to enhance the main theme.

in jazz, a countermelody often creates a rich texture.

the singer harmonized beautifully with the countermelody.

she played a countermelody on the piano while he sang.

the countermelody provided a contrast to the main melody.

adding a countermelody can make a song more interesting.

the orchestra played a countermelody during the performance.

he composed a beautiful countermelody for the choir.

the countermelody danced elegantly around the main tune.

musicians often improvise a countermelody during jam sessions.

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