Music Theory, 3e Contributor(s): Miller, Michael (Author) |
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ISBN: 1465451676 ISBN-13: 9781465451675 Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) OUR PRICE: $23.39 Product Type: Paperback Published: July 2016 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Music | Instruction & Study - Theory - Music | Instruction & Study - Composition - Music | Reference |
Dewey: 781 |
LCCN: 2015956733 |
Series: Idiot's Guides |
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 7.6" W x 9.1" (1.20 lbs) 368 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Music theory doesn't need to be complicated, and this guide will show you how to make it simple. - The building blocks of rhythm, including note values, basic notation, time signatures, and tempo, dynamics, and navigation - How tunes are created, starting with melodies, chords, chord progressions, and phrases and forms - The basics of accompaniment, including transcribing, accompanying melodies, and transposing to other keys - Composing and arranging, including coverage of musical genres and forms, how to compose your own music, arranging for voices and instruments, working with lead sheets and scores, and performing your music - Helpful reference appendixes, including a glossary, chord charts, and instrument ranges - Expanded online ear-training and transcribing exercise content, including exercises at the end of each chapter and an answer key appendix |