Counterpoint and Voice LeadingLaajuus (4 cr)

Objectives

Students have learned the principles and basic structures of modal and tonal polyphony and they have an ability to apply that into writing music.

Content

• 2 and 3-voice (optional) counterpoint
• exercises
• literature

Prerequisites

Competence corresponding to the extensive curriculum of Finnish music institute.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail

The student actively participates in the teaching. The exercises demonstrate competence of polyphonic writing. The exercises are in accordance with the given style model and do not have significant voice-leading errors

Further information

Music students have priority for this course. The teacher accepts students for the course.