contrappunto
Italian universal
Definition
Counterpoint: the art of combining independent melodic lines simultaneously. Busoni's mature works — especially the Fantasia contrappuntistica and the 5 Kurze Stücke — demand a high level of contrapuntal clarity at the keyboard.
Interpretive Guidance
Practice each voice independently before combining them. Aim for differentiated tone colours for each voice. The thumb and fingers of the same hand must often voice differently.