The Foundations of Counterpoint—for Free!
Try the first section of "30 Days of Counterpoint"—learn the essentials of first species counterpoint with no obligation to purchase.
Welcome to the free preview of 30 Days of Counterpoint! Whether you're new to counterpoint or looking to refine your skills, this preview is the perfect way to experience the course. You'll gain access to the complete section on first species counterpoint—a foundational technique for creating beautiful, balanced music. And the best part? It's free, with no obligation to purchase.
Here is a link to some of my composition work that I mentioned in the video in the header.
Here is a downloadable file of the course syllabus that I also mentioned in the video: 30 Days of Counterpoint - Course Syllabus Details.pdf
What's Included in the Free Preview?
Basically, the entire section on 1st Species is available:
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Video lessons teaching first species counterpoint breaking it down concept by concept each day
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Lesson summaries that redefine and explain the concepts with additional examples
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Interactive, multiple choice quizzes that can provide instant feedback on your knowledge
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Downloadable worksheets and exercises to apply what you have learned
How to access the free preview
Just 4 simple steps... well, three really and then you're in!
- Click on one of the "Take me to my Free Preview!" buttons.
- Enter your first name, last name and your email into the relevant boxes. Alternatively, you can create an account via Facebook, Gmail or a LinkedIn account.
- (If you have an account already and the system recognises your email it will automatically ask you to sign in using your password.)
- You will then be invited to create a password.
- You're in. It's time to get stuck into the Free Preview. Enjoy.
Support: If you need any assistance please contact me (George) at [email protected], and I will do my best to help as quickly as I can.
Student Reviews
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...
Read MoreI 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 your eyes, ears and heart.
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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...
Read MoreI 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. Carmine Pastore
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