Complimentary composition is a term used to describe a musical composition that is written in two parts, usually with one part being the main melody and the other part being a countermelody. The term is derived from the Latin word 'complimentum' which means 'to complete'. An ODE is a type of lyrical poem that is typically written in praise of a person, place, or thing. Odes are often written in a formal style and are usually structured in stanzas.