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MUTH 325 - Counterpoint


Next Offered: Spring Semester
Semester Offered: Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 Credits
Attribute: CNDP, DDHU

A species approach to strict counterpoint, designed to acquaint students with fundamental voice-leading techniques of music from the 16th through the 19th century. The course explores the foundations of counterpoint, through the five species; students study contrapuntal techniques through two- and three-part written exercises, class discussion, and two-part dictation. Students examine passages from the literature to ascertain the relationship of strict counterpoint to free composition.
Enrollment Limit: 18
Instructor: J. Hartt
Consent of the Instructor Required: No
Prerequisites & Notes
Minimum grade of C- in MUTH 202 & 232.



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