Answer: counterpoint

AnswerCrossword Clue
COUNTERPOINTFeature of much of Bach's music
COUNTERPOINTLeading money winner: 1951
counterpointA melody played in conjunction with another
counterpointa melody added to another / to compose or arrange in counterpoint
counterpointThe art or technique of setting, writing, or playing a melody or melodies in conjunction with another, according to fixed rules
counterpointAn argument, idea, or theme used to create a contrast with the main element