Unlock the Secrets of Music Theory with This Essential Guide
Music Theory: The Essential Guide offers a comprehensive and accessible introduction to music theory, perfect for musicians of all ages and levels. Written by Julia Winterson and arranged by renowned educationalist Paul Harris, this book provides a practical and relevant guide to the fundamentals of music theory.
Discover the Building Blocks of Music
This indispensable guide introduces key musical concepts such as pitch, tempo, rhythm, harmony, scales, instruments, musical forms, and structure. With clear explanations and examples, you'll gain a deep understanding of the conventions governing music notation and their relevance to the musical language of the twenty-first century.
Learn from Real Music Examples and Interesting Facts
Music Theory: The Essential Guide is filled with interesting facts and real music examples to contextualize music theory, making it easier to understand and apply. You'll also find practical tips on how to identify intervals, make up melodies and rhythms, set words to music, and much more.
Perfect for ABRSM Theory Examinations
This book supports all aspects of the ABRSM Theory examinations (grades 1 to 5) and includes an introduction and theory in practice notes by Paul Harris. With this guide, you'll be well-prepared to tackle your exams with confidence.
Quick-Reference Tools at Your Fingertips
The book includes a range of quick-reference tools, including an appendix, list of further repertoire examples, table of instruments, periods of music history, table of scales and modes, and summary keys and time signatures. Whether you're a student, teacher, or professional musician, you'll find this guide an invaluable resource.