- Type Learning
- Level Advanced
- Time Months
Music Composition: Imitative Counterpoint
Issued by
Genazzano Institute
Counterpoint literally means ‘point-against-point.’ In music it translates as simply ‘note-against-note.’ Via weekly classes, students will learn to create Rounds and then Canons and ultimately, Two Part Inventions. Students progress through each stage with the consolidation of weekly set tasks. This this Micro-credential aims to extend who have completed the SPECIES COUNTERPOINT course. Selections of the student' s completed works will performed on piano by an associate artist.
- Type Learning
- Level Advanced
- Time Months
Earning Criteria
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Students completing this program will learn the structures and contrapuntal rules of IMITATIVE COUNTERPOINT including Rounds, Canon and Two Part Invention.
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The development of skills demonstrated through works of counterpoint in weekly classes is a key aspect of the course. Students will be required to write and submit set pieces demonstrating the application techniques developed through the program which will be assessed by the convenor.
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A selection of the student works on Imitative Counterpoint (Two part Inventions) will be performed by an associate artist for an audience.
Standards
This badge aligns with standards from the Australian Curriculum - General Capabilities: Personal and Social; Critical and Creative Thinking.