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MM00EC38	Counterpoint (5 cr)
Prerequisites	Not applicable
Objectives	I can write Bach-style two- and three-part counterpoint and analyze a contrapuntal harmony and voice-leading via controlling the melodic lines. I master various tools of contrapuntal writing and understand how they relate to musical style and expression. I understand a polyphonic musical weave as a stylistic entity formed by different elements, and I can solve various problems related to harmony and voice-leading. I can write my own two- and three-part melodies.
Content	- A stylistic imitation of Bach-style counterpoint; 2- and 3-voice counterpoint; 1:1, 2:1 and 3:1 counterpoint. - Writing a melody line; Melodic tendencies of major and minor scales; Forbidden melodic movements; Phrasal thinking and musical climax; Balancing leaps and scale movements; Balancing ascending and descending lines; Melodic ranges. - Melody processing techniques: imitation - inversion, retrograde, diminution, augmentation and stretto; motivic variation – rhythmic variation, interval variation, lengthening and shortening of the motif; ornamentation - Imitative forms: invention and fugue - Counterpoint as a tool for harmony and voice-leading (tonal and post-tonal)
Recommended optional programme components	If necessary, the student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.
Accomplishment methods	Individual classes and group lectures, independent work. Counterpoint exercises.
Execution methods	Not applicable
Materials	Not applicable
Literature	Not applicable
Evaluation Criteria	Approved/Failed
Evaluation Criteria	pass/fail The assessment (pass/fail) is based on doing homework and portfolio. Passed: Through his own counterpoint portfolio, the student demonstrates that they have learned to write Bach-style counterpoint convincingly. The counterpoint written by the student demonstrates mastery of stylistic imitation related to harmony and voice-leading skills and musical problem-solving ability.
Assessment Frameworks	Not applicable
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