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The essence of the most celebrated book on counterpoint, Fux's Gradus ad Parnassum. The most celebrated book on counterpoint is Fux's great theoretical work Gradus ad Parnassum. Since its appearance in 1725, it has been used by and has directly influenced the work of many of the greatest composers. J.S. Bach held it in high esteem, Leopold Mozart trained his famous son from its pages, Haydn worked out every lesson with meticulous care, and Beethoven condensed it into an abstract for ready reference. An impressive list of nineteenthcentury composers subscribed to its second edition, and in more recent times Paul Hindemith said, 'Perhaps the craft of composition would really have fallen into decline if Fux's Gradus had not set up a standard.'Originally written in Latin, Steps to Parnassus was translated into the principal European languages, but the only English version was a free paraphrase published in 1886. The present translation by Alfred Mann is therefore the first faithful rendering in English from the original Latin and presents the essence of Fux's teachings. For its distinction as a classic and its undiminished usefulness for the modern student it is a privilege to offer this fine translation in the Norton Library.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Study of Counterpoint'? A: The main focus of 'The Study of Counterpoint' is to present the teachings of Johann Joseph Fux's influential work, 'Gradus ad Parnassum', which explores the principles of counterpoint in music composition.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Study of Counterpoint' is Johann Joseph Fux, an esteemed composer and music theorist.
- Q: When was 'The Study of Counterpoint' first published? A: 'The Study of Counterpoint' was first published on June 17, 1965, as a revised edition.
- Q: What are the pages of this book? A: 'The Study of Counterpoint' contains a total of 160 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in music composition? A: Yes, 'The Study of Counterpoint' is a valuable resource for both beginners and advanced students, as it offers fundamental principles of counterpoint that are essential for any composer.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'The Study of Counterpoint' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does this book contain illustrations or examples? A: While the primary focus is on textual instruction, 'The Study of Counterpoint' includes musical examples to help illustrate the concepts discussed.
- Q: What makes this translation of Fux's work unique? A: This translation by Alfred Mann is the first faithful rendering in English from the original Latin, making it a significant resource for English-speaking students of music composition.
- Q: Can this book help with understanding classical music composition? A: 'The Study of Counterpoint' is an excellent resource for understanding classical music composition, as it outlines the techniques that have influenced many great composers throughout history.
- Q: What is the condition of the book upon purchase? A: 'The Study of Counterpoint' is offered in new condition, ensuring that buyers receive a quality product.