The playing of one or more motives, themes, or melodies against each other is called

A. tempo
B. contrast
C. counterpoint
D. harmony


C

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In the sixteenth century, The Ghent Altarpiece, which represents the divine, was threatened by

a) iconoclasts. b) iconographers. c) graffiti artists. d) calligraphers.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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In a jazz ensemble, comping is done by the:

a. bass player. b. drummer. c. saxophonist. d. pianist.

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