This classic introductory text focuses on the polyphonic vocal style perfected by Palestrina. Unlike many other texts, it maintains a careful balance between theoretical and practical problems, between historical and systematic methodology. The result is an exceptionally useful resource, ideal for classroom use in teaching modal counterpoint.

Unabridged Dover (1992) republication of the edition published by Prentice Hall, Inc. New York, 1939. Translated by Glen Haydon. New foreword by Alfred Mann.