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Use thirds and sixths the most. If you use an augmented fifth, both voices must move by contrary motion and by second to form a third on the following note. ... You should not leap by a tritone (diminished fifth or augmented fourth) or by a descending minor sixth.
- What intervals can you use in first species counterpoint?
- What intervals are allowed in second species counterpoint?
- Which of the following are allowed in strict first species counterpoint?
- Which kind of motion is acceptable to approach a perfect unison 5th or octave?
What intervals can you use in first species counterpoint?
Counterpoint Rules
- The interval between the given note and the note in your counter-melody should be consonant (major/minor 3rd or 6th, perfect unison, 5th, or octave, or a compound form).
- If the counter-melody is above the given melody, then the last note of the counter-melody should be in the tonic chord.
What intervals are allowed in second species counterpoint?
Beginning a second-species counterpoint
A second-species line can begin with two half notes in the first bar, or a half rest followed by a half note. Beginning with a half rest establishes the rhythmic profile more readily, making it easier for the listener to parse, so it is often preferable.
Which of the following are allowed in strict first species counterpoint?
Only the following leaps are allowed: 3rds, 4ths, 5ths, ascending minor sixths, and 8ves (review the Rules of Melody with regard to direction changes after leaps). Avoid melodically outlining a tritone by changing directions at two turning points in a melody.
Which kind of motion is acceptable to approach a perfect unison 5th or octave?
Contrary motion should be used as often as possible. Perfect consonances (4th, 5th, or octave) must be approached by oblique or contrary motion. Imperfect consonances (3rd or 6th) may be approached by any type of motion. One melody line should not be more than a 10th (an octave + a 3rd) above the other.
