Counterpoint (Classic Reprint): The Polyphonic Vocal Style of the Sixteenth Century - Softcover

Jeppesen, Knud

 
9781397692498: Counterpoint (Classic Reprint): The Polyphonic Vocal Style of the Sixteenth Century

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Unlock the rules and rhythm behind sixteenth‑century counterpoint. This study explains how polyphonic voices weave together, with Palestrina’s style as the core example and Bach’s approach as a broader context for teaching.

This edition frames counterpoint as a practical, historical discipline. It balances theory with music-making, showing how rules evolved and how teachers can guide students toward genuine musical expression without losing the period’s distinct sound.


  • Clear explanations of melodic independence and how lines interact in harmony.

  • Discussion of consonances, dissonances, and how rhythm shapes style.

  • Guidance on exercises and approaches used in teaching counterpoint.

  • Insight into how the sixteenth century balanced line and chord to create clear textures.



Ideal for readers of music theory, pedagogy, and historical performance who want a solid, example‑based understanding of counterpoint.

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