9.1 First Species Counterpoint: Theory exercises

Exercise 1

Find five errors in the following first species counterpoint.

First species counterpoint theory exercise 1

Complete a first species counterpoint above the given melody. Note: your counterpoint should follow the exact same rhythm as the melody below.

First species counterpoint theory exercise 2

Complete a first species counterpoint below the given melody.

First species counterpoint theory exercise 3

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