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Counterpoint is a study to learn how to combine more than two melodic lines so that they are harmonic (sound good together) as well as maintaining their own individuality. Counterpoint is a necessary knowledge in order to compose music.

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In music, counterpoint is the relationship between voices that are harmonically interdependent but independent in rhythm and contour. Counterpoint is most commonly associated with classical music .

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