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Music theory note by note

Miller, Michael, 1958-2024
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This concise and clear guide to simplified music theory teaches readers who play music by ear how to read musical notation by guiding them through the basics of reading and composing music to share with others. In this revised edition, renowned music author Michael Miller will help you learn the basics of tones, including pitches, clefs, and major and minor keys; the building blocks of rhythm, including basic notation, time signatures, and tempo; how to create tunes, starting with melodies, chords, chord progressions, and phrases and form; composing and arranging your own music, including coverage of musical genres and forms, arranging for voices and instruments, working with scores, and performing your music; and, the basics of accompaniment, including transcribing, accompanying melodies, and transposing to other keys. Michael will also share online ear training and transcribing exercises to help you better understand music analysis.
Main title:
Music theory note by note / by Michael Miller.
Edition:
First American edition.
Imprint:
New York, NY : DK Publishing, 2024.©2024.
Collation:
368 pages : music ; 24 cm.
Notes:
"Your guide to how music works--from notes and rhythms to complete compositions" -- Cover.Includes index.
ISBN:
9780744092530 (paperback)
Dewey class:
781
Language:
English
BRN:
499978
LocationCollectionCall numberStatus/Desc
PenrithNonfiction781 MUSOnloan - Due: 03 Feb 2025
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