Kentaro Sato Techniques in Five-Part Harmony & Beyond: Principles of Voice

This concise treatise is intended for students who have a firm grasp of fourpart harmony and are prepared to advance to writing in five or more parts. Historically, fivepart writing was a fundamental requirement in many conservatories. Although it has become less central in contemporary curriculaand the study of counterpoint in five or more parts has likewise diminishedit remains an invaluable skill, especially for those composing or arranging for larger ensembles such as symphony orchestras and choirs, or for anyone wishing to explore richer, more complex harmonic textures. | Kentaro Sato Techniques in Five-Part Harmony & Beyond: Principles of Voice