Two books in one! The instrumental and chorale writing of J.S. Bach has long played a signifcant part in advanced music studies all over Europe. The elegance and formal unity of Bach's writing has become a benchmark of musical style and achievement, and Malcolm Boyd's comprehensive yet concise method will provide the skills you need to master both methods of composition.
The first part of the book deals with the Chorale form, and details the method of harmonising chorale melodies in the style of Bach. You will learn how to construct a bassline, how to complete the four-part harmony, and how to add kstylistic details such as passing tones, pedal notes and cadences.
The second part covers the details of Baroque counterpoint and the intricate interweaving of melodic lines in the manner of a two-part invention. Discover the importance of harmonic logic, motivic imitation and the cadence.
- ISBN: 9781871082722 (1871082722)