9780282436896 - The Rules of Counterpoint: Systematically Arranged for the Use of Young Students (Classic Reprint) de Smyth Rockstro, William (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the art of counterpoint, a fundamental aspect of musical composition that involves arranging multiple melodic lines to create a harmonious whole. Tracing its roots back to the 11th century, counterpoint has evolved over centuries, reaching a pinnacle of sophistication in the works of Renaissance masters like Palestrina. The author, drawing on the teachings of these giants, presents a comprehensive guide to the intricate rules and techniques that govern counterpoint. Readers are introduced to the various orders of counterpoint, each distinguished by its specific rhythmic and melodic constraints. The text meticulously dissects the complexities of harmony, melody, and rhythm, clarifying the nuances of concord and discord, conjunct and disjunct movement, and the intricacies of cadence. By exploring the principles of counterpoint, the author reveals the foundation upon which centuries of Western music have been built, offering insights into the enduring power of these timeless rules to shape the creative process. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.