Music Theory for Dummies

Name: Music Theory for Dummies
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ISBN: 9780764578380

ISBN-10: 0764578383

ISBN-13: 9780764578380

Edition: 2007

Authors: Holly Day, Michael Pilhofer, Holly Day, Michael Pilhofer

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Helpful hints on melodies, chords, and music development The fun and easy way to read, write, and perform any style of music Need to grasp music theory? This hands-on guide explains the concepts in plain English - from scales, intervals, and tempos to chord progressions, phrasing, harmonizing, and arranging - and shows you how to apply them in compositions ranging from pop and rock to jazz and classical. Its also packed with musical examples you can hear on the CD! Discover how to: Read notes and understand tones Keep proper rhythm Master major and minor scales Build chords and cadences Write in popular musical forms Demonstrations of music theory concepts Musical examples performed…

Book details

List price: $24.99
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 4/2/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 360
Size: 7.50" wide x 9.50" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 1.188
Language: English



Introduction


Rhythm: Keeping the Beat


What Is Music Theory Anyway?


Counting Out Notes


Giving It a Rest


Time Signatures


Naturalizing the Best


Tempo and Dynamics


Melody: The Part You Hum


The Musical Staff


Instrument Tone and Color


Half Steps, Whole Steps, Sharps, and Flats


Harmony: Fleshing It Out


Intervals


Key Signatures and the Circle of Fifths


The Major and Minor Scales


Building Chords


Chord Progressions


Cadence


Form: How Ita??s Shaped


The Elements of Form


Classical Forms


Popular Forms


The Part of Tens


Six Most-Frequently Asked Questions About Music Theory


Ten Cool and Useful Resources


Nine Music Theorists You Should Know About


How to Use the CD


Chord Chart


Glossary


Index