Modern Academic Counterpoint (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Mastering counterpoint with practical, hands‑on study

This edition presents clear methods and worked examples to teach the art of counterpoint for voices and instruments. It covers two‑part, three‑part, and four‑part writing, with a focus on independent accompaniment and effective harmony. The book pairs explanations with extensive exercises drawn from Cherubini’s cantus firmus material and familiar hymn tunes, making it a practical resource for students and instructors alike.

Inside you’ll find structured sections on species counterpoint, cadence construction, and the use of cantus firmus in practical study. The pages guide readers from basic concepts to more advanced, multi‑part writing, including exercises for three and four voices, and the application of strict rules to instrumental parts.

• Step‑by‑step guidance on counterpoint with two to four parts


• Worked examples and exercises drawn from established musical material


• Practical approaches to harmony, voice leading, and cadences


• Appendices and tables to support study of cantus firmi and choral textures

Ideal for readers of music theory and composition who want hands‑on practice with classical counterpoint techniques.

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