Counterpoint (4th Edition)

The used copy I ordered had some existing notes (and not just the musical kind, either!) in it, but I don't mind. Part of the fun of used textbooks, for me, is seeing what others took from the text and/or the class in which they used it, especially when I'm buying it for my own self-education, rather than a class.On the subject of the text, itself, I've been immensely impressed, so far. Kennan's writing is clear and concise, with the exception of some rare occasions where he cited something as (presumably stylistically) inappropriate writing, seemingly out of the blue. In those moments, I often found myself coming to a screeching halt in my studies and asking, "Wait, why not?" Then again, when I reached those points on a second, slower read-through of the text, I don't remember having the same sense of confusion, so your mileage may vary.

I love this book. I bought it after having borrowed a copy from a fellow composer. I finally decided to give him his original copy back and purchase my own. This book is well-written, easy to follow, and thorough. There are a lot of other great Counterpoint books out there, but this one provides examples and explanations that are really friendly to students of all abilities.

I've used the Kennan book many times; only 2 years ago I used another book and I lived to regret doing so! The Kennan is easily the finest counterpoint text on the market.My big mistake was to purchase a "used" workbook....dumb, dumb, dumb! Next time I teach Counterpoint at SMU I'll get a NEW workbook!

Music theory and Counterpoint classes can use this book. Pianists can perform, and utilize in practices to build technique.

Wonderful book. Small at compact, it fits well in any bag. If you are a music major or someone who cares enough to compose great music, I suggest you order this. Knowledge of Bach explored!

An excellent method book for contrapuntal composition, in the baroque style, which is the foundation of practically all good contrapuntal music from later periods.

This book covers counterpoint in the style of Johann Sebastian Bach. If you want to learn how to write polyphonic pieces in this style of music, this is the book. Important: It does not cover the strict vocal 17th - century - counterpoint. That style is better learned through J.J.Fux: Gradus ad Parnassum. Study of Counterpoint: From Johann Joseph Fux's Gradus Ad Parnassum

Read it cover to cover. Was on the edge of my seat.

Good textbook otherwise unavailable