Counterpoint in 30 Days

Master Counterpoint in Just 30 Days – Transform Your Composition Skills with Daily Practice

Unlock the secrets of counterpoint with our structured daily lessons. Perfect for beginners and intermediates, this course will integrate counterpoint into your unique compositional style.

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What is "Counterpoint in 30 Days"?

Counterpoint in 30 Days is a step-by-step guide to mastering the art of counterpoint—a foundational skill in music composition. Whether you're a beginner or someone looking to refine your skills, this 30-day program will teach you how to create beautiful, structured music by layering melodies in harmony.

Each day, you'll work through a short video lesson introducing new concepts, followed by interactive quizzes and guided worksheets to help you practice and apply what you've learned. Starting with the basics, you'll gradually build your knowledge of the five species of counterpoint and learn how to integrate these techniques into your own compositions.

By the end of the course, you'll have a solid understanding of counterpoint and the confidence to use it in your music, whether you're composing for fun, study, or professional projects.

Course curriculum

1. Welcome - Course Introduction
2. Course Syllabus
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3. Course Countdown Chart
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4. Glossary
1. Imitative Counterpoint Limited to the First Species
2. Summary of Imitative Counterpoint Lesson
3. Lesson Quiz (5-questions)
4. Imitative Counterpoint Exercise
5. .SIB and .XML of Imitative Counterpoint Exercises
1. Basic Structure of 2nd Species Counterpoint
2. Lesson Summary: Basic Structures of 2nd Species Counterpoint
3. Lesson Quiz (5-Questions)
4. Annotate/Analyse the 2nd Species Counterpoints
1. Harmony and Melody of 2nd Species Counterpoint
2. Lesson Summary: Harmony and Melody of 2nd Species Counterpoint
3. Lesson Quiz (5-Questions)
4. Revision Quiz (5-Questions)
5. Complete the 2nd Species Counterpoints
1. Voice Leading in the 2nd Species
2. Lesson Summary: Voice Leading in the 2nd Species
3. Lesson Quiz (5-Questions)
4. Revision Quiz (5-questions)
5. Counterpoint Puzzle
1. Day 11 - Species 2 - Final Points - HD 1080p
2. Final Points in Second Species Counterpoint
3. Lesson Quiz (5-questions)
4. Revision Quiz (5-Questions)
5. Counterpoint Practice
1. Consolidate
2. Revision Quiz (5-Questions)
3. Counterpoint Practice
1. Consolidate (again!)
2. Practice Canti Firmi
1. Day 14 - Species 3 - Basic Structure - HD 1080p
2. 3rd Species Counterpoint Introduced: Basic Structure, Starting Rules, and True Cadence
3. Lesson Quiz (5-Questions)
4. Worksheet - Annotate the 4th Species Counterpoints
1. Day 15 - Species 3 - Harmony - HD 1080p
2. Harmony in Third Species Counterpoint
3. Lesson Quiz (5 Questions)
4. Revision Quiz (5-questions)
5. Worksheet - Complete the 4th Species Counterpoints
1. Day 16 - Species 3 - Voice Leading - HD 1080p
2. Summary of Lesson: Voice Leading in 3rd Species Counterpoint
3. Lesson Quiz (5-questions)
4. Revision Quiz (5-questions)
5. Worksheet - 2 Counterpoint Puzzles
1. Day 17 - Melody - HD 1080p
2. Summary of Lesson: Melody in 3rd Species Counterpoint
3. Lesson Quiz (5-questions)
4. Revision Quiz (5-questions)
5. Task: Counterpoint Practice
1. Consolidate
2. Revision Quiz (5-Questions)
1. Consolidate
1. Day 20 - 4th Species Introduced - HD 1080p
2. Lesson Summary: Introducing 4th Species Counterpoint
3. Lesson Quiz (5-questions)
4. Worksheet: Annotate the 4th Species Counterpoints
1. Day 21 - 4th Species - Harmony - HD 1080p
2. Lesson Summary: 4th Species Harmony
3. Lesson Quiz (5-questions)
4. Revision Quiz (5-questions)
5. Worksheet: Suspensions
6. Worksheet 2: Complete the Counterpoints
1. Day 22 - Naughty Voice Leading - HD 1080p
2. Lesson Summary: Voice Leading in 4th Species
3. Lesson Quiz (5-Questions)
4. Revision Quiz (5-Questions)
5. Worksheet: Complete the Counterpoints
1. Day 23 - Species 4 - Melody - HD 1080p
2. Lesson Summary: Melody in 4th Species
3. Lesson Quiz (5-days)
4. Revision Quiz (5-days)
5. Task: Counterpoint Practice
1. Consolidate your knowledge and skills in 4th species counterpoint
2. Revision Quiz (8 Questions)
1. Day 25 - 5th Species - Introduced - HD 1080p
2. Lesson Summary: 5th Species Introduced
3. Lesson Quiz (5-questions)
4. Worksheet: Annotate the Counterpoints
1. Day 26 - 5th Species - Rhythm - HD 1080p
2. Lesson Summary: Rhythm in 5th Species Counterpoint
3. Lesson Quiz (5-questions)
4. Revision Quiz (5-questions)
5. Worksheet: Complete the Counterpoints
6. Task: Counterpoint Practice
1. Consolidate your knowledge and skills in 5th species counterpoint
2. Revision Quiz (5-questions)
1. Consolidate; for now.
1. Preparing for the Next Step: Analysing Counterpoint in Practice

About this course

$69.00
133 lessons
4 hours of video content

Reviews of our courses

Excellent course!

Carmine Pastore

I really enjoyed the course. It is very well structured and full of interesting compositional concepts. I find Arvo Part’s music and compositional techniques very unique. I highly recommend this course to composers of all levels. Thanks again. Car...

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Simple technique with profound results

Robin Willis

I couldn’t be happier. I started the course with only rudimentary composition skills. Now I know through George’s class and the work of one of my musical heroes that beauty is not complex and the divine is always close by, you just have to open yo...

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Plan for 20-30 minutes per day, including video lessons, quizzes, and guided practice. Flexible enough to fit into your busy schedule!

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Who This Course Is For

Is This Course Right for You?

Start learning counterpoint from scratch. (Basic music theory knowledge required!)
Intermediate Students: “Revisit and refine your counterpoint skills. Develop a consistent practice routine.”
Advanced Students: “Could benefit from the daily practice structure, though the content may be too elementary until later stages.”

What You’ll Achieve in 30 Days

“Develop a disciplined practice routine that enhances your overall compositional technique.”
“Understand and apply the five species of counterpoint to your compositions.”
“Write two-part counterpoint with confidence, integrating it seamlessly into your own style.”

What's Included in the Course

Daily Video Lectures

“1 to 3 rules introduced each day in bite-size 5-10 minute lectures.”
Daily Quiz

“Test and reinforce your knowledge with interactive multiple-choice quizzes.”
Daily Guided Worksheet

“Practice new concepts and reinforce previous lessons with our guided worksheets.”

Why Choose 30 Days of Counterpoint?

Unique Structure

“Develop counterpoint skills through daily practice, just like mastering an instrument.”
Incremental Learning

“Our steady, manageable pace ensures you thoroughly understand and develop your skills.”
Practical Application

“Daily exercises make theory immediately useful, integrating it into your compositional work.”

Elevate Your Compositions Today

“Click below to enroll and begin your 30-day journey to mastering counterpoint.”

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Instructor

George Marshall

Composer, Instructor & Founder

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For over a decade, I’ve dedicated my life to music—composing, arranging, and teaching. From crafting scores for video games and films to writing works for the concert hall, my passion has always been helping music come to life. I hold a PhD in Music Composition from the University of Hull, where my research focused on how creative constraints shape the composition process. Throughout my career, I’ve composed for over 60 projects, including internationally screened films and video games showcased at EGX. One of my proudest achievements was winning the 21st Century Classical Music Solo Piano Composition Competition in 2018 for my piece Nocturne, originally written for a video game. My work extends beyond composition. In 2017, I was commissioned to create three scores for the Hull Maritime Museum’s City of Culture installation, an exhibit visited by over 100,000 people. Working with student volunteers, I composed, conducted, and produced the final recordings—an experience that solidified my love for collaboration and education. These days, my focus is on sharing knowledge. My analysis and composition videos have reached thousands of viewers, with my most popular videos on tintinnabuli receiving more engagement than those on John Williams, Chopin, Mozart, or Bach. I’ve worked with students from all backgrounds, helping them develop their own musical voices by embracing structure and clarity in their compositions. Now, through this course, I want to pass on what I’ve learned. Whether you're new to composition or an experienced musician looking for a fresh perspective, I’m here to guide you through the fascinating world of music composition step-by-step.

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Introduction

Day 1 - The Foundations

Day 2 - Motion

Day 3 - Melodic Movement

Day 4 - Naughty Note Progressions

Day 5 - Minor Mode 1st Species Counerpoint

Day 6 - Consolidation

Day 7 - Imitative Counterpoint (1st Species)

Day 8 - Species 2 Introduced

Day 9 - Harmony and Melody

Day 10 - Voice Leading

Day 11 - Final Points

Day 12 - Consolidate

Day 13 - Consolidate

Day 14 - Species 3 - Basic Structure

Day 15 - Species 3 - Harmony

Day 16 - Species 3 - Voice Leading

Day 17 - Species 3 - Melody

Day 18 - Species 3 - Consolidate

Day 19 - Species 3 - Consolidate 2

Day 20 - Species 4 - Basic Structure

Day 21 - Species 4 - Harmony

Day 22 - Species 4 - Voice Leading

Day 23 - Species 4 - Melody

Day 24 - Species 4 - Consolidate

Day 25 - Species 5 - Basic Structure

Day 26 - Species 5 - Rhythm

Day 27 - Species 5 - Consolidate

Day 28 - Consolidate (Different Lessons Coming Soon)

Day 29 - Consolidate (Different Lessons Coming Soon)

About this course

Daily Video Lectures

Daily Quiz

Daily Guided Worksheet

Unique Structure

Incremental Learning

Practical Application