""A Course of Instruction on Canon and Fugue"" is a comprehensive guide to the principles and techniques of two important musical forms: canon and fugue. Written by Salomon Jadassohn and originally published in 1887, this book offers a detailed exploration of the theoretical and practical aspects of these forms, including their historical development, structural features, and compositional methods. The author provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers understand and master these complex musical structures, making this book an essential resource for students, composers, and music theorists alike. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced musician, ""A Course of Instruction on Canon and Fugue"" is an invaluable guide to the art of contrapuntal composition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.