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The art of counterpoint is the art of combining melodic lines. The essence of counterpoint, however, is something deeper than a process of manipulation. It is an ingredient of the inner vitality of music and is found in nearly all music. It is to an understanding of counterpoint as such that this book is directed. In Counterpointfor many years one of the most highly regarded texts in the fieldthe principles by which the contrapuntal element has operated in the works of composers of the eighteenth and nineteenth centures are presented. The counterpoint studied is the harmonic, rhythmic, instrumental style so well represented by the music of Bach. For it is this style that most of the composers who came after Bach, including those of our own time, have regarded as the ideal of contrapuntal technique. Piston's method in Counterpoint is to discover how music has been written rather than how it should be written. This book, in contrast to most traditional studies, states principles and gives rules that are based on actual observations of the practice of composers rather than those invented by the theorist. It offers examples drawn from the works of standard composers rather than those constructed by the author. The literature of the last three hundred years is examined to form the logical basis for this study. Throughout the book, exercises are provided that call for the writing of music and that are intended to clarify the principles under discussion.Walter Piston, one of America's outstanding composers, created for this book an approach to the study of counterpoint that is stimulating and helpful to an understanding of the music of all times.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Counterpoint' by Walter Piston? A: The book 'Counterpoint' focuses on the art of combining melodic lines and understanding the principles of counterpoint as practiced by composers, particularly in the works of Bach.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Counterpoint' and what is his background? A: The author, Walter Piston, was one of America's outstanding composers and is renowned for his contributions to music theory and education.
- Q: When was 'Counterpoint' first published? A: 'Counterpoint' was first published on February 17, 1947.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'Counterpoint' contain? A: 'Counterpoint' has a total of 235 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of 'Counterpoint' have? A: This edition of 'Counterpoint' is bound in hardcover.
- Q: What unique approach does Walter Piston take in teaching counterpoint? A: Piston emphasizes understanding how music has been written through actual observations of composers rather than theoretical rules.
- Q: Does 'Counterpoint' include exercises for practice? A: Yes, the book includes exercises designed to clarify the principles discussed and encourage the writing of music.
- Q: What musical styles does 'Counterpoint' primarily examine? A: 'Counterpoint' primarily examines the harmonic, rhythmic, and instrumental styles prominent in the music of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, especially the works of Bach.
- Q: Is 'Counterpoint' suitable for beginners in music theory? A: While 'Counterpoint' is a respected text in the field, it may be more beneficial for those with some prior understanding of music theory due to its in-depth analysis and examples.