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con·tra·pun·tal mo·tion

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  1. Contrapuntal motion

    In music theory, contrapuntal motion is the general movement of two melodic lines with respect to each other. In traditional four-part harmony, it is important that lines maintain their independence, an effect which can be achieved by the judicious use of the four types of contrapuntal motion: parallel motion, similar motion, contrary motion, and oblique motion.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of contrapuntal motion in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of contrapuntal motion in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

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