Charles Koechlin

Precis Des Regles Du Contrepoint

Precisions on Counterpoint rules is a book written by Charles Koechlin in five chapters. Focusing on the counterpoint, this volume highlights all the rules related to it. It features both lessons and examples with comments, tohelp with understanding. The chapters are: I. Définition et Règles générales / Definition and general rules II. Contrepoint deux parties / Counterpoint in two parts III. Contrepoint trois parties / Counterpoint in threeparts IV. Contrepoint quatre parties / Counterpoint in four parts V. Appendice / Appendix ' focus on Gregorian songs and tunes This theory book is definitely one of the most useful ones for any composition that includescounterpoints or for any composer who would like to use them in future works. Charles Koechlin (1867-1950) was a French composer, professor and writer. He composed numerous symphonies and symphonic poems, some instrument andorchestra, orchestral and chamber works as well as some songs.