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A Course of Counterpoint and Fugue, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

L. Cherubini

 
9780260004222: A Course of Counterpoint and Fugue, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Master the craft of tonal fugues with a clear, example-filled guide to counterpoint.

This volume presents the rules of tonal fugue through detailed analysis, practical guidance, and hands-on exercises. It emphasizes how subjects enter, how countersubjects interact, and how episodes shape the progression from tonic to dominant and back.

Readers explore how four-voice textures are built, how chromatic figures influence motion, and how to structure a complete fugue. The book provides step-by-step discussion of different fugue types, with illustrative examples that show voice leading, imitation, and development in context. It is a thorough resource for those studying classical counterpoint and fugue technique.

  • Clear explanation of subject, answer, countersubject, and codetta within tonal fugues
  • Close look at episodes, stretto, and how motifs evolve across entries
  • Guidance on handling multiple voices and chromatic harmony
  • Practical examples and practice material to reinforce concepts

Ideal for students of composition and musicians seeking a solid foundation in counterpoint and fugue.

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