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1	Creative Approach to Music Fundamentals more books like this by William Duckworth This market-leading book for the Fundamentals of Music course addresses students' differing abilities. Internationally renowned composer William Duckworth covers the fundamentals in 14 concise main chapters that are supplemented by 11 enrichment appendices. These offer extended coverage for teachers or students who desire additional instruction. ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $40.90! \| first editions \| SVS
2	The Complete Idiot's Guide to Music Theory, 2nd Edition more books like this by Michael Miller "A music theory book that hits the high note a]" This updated and expanded edition of "The Complete Idiotas GuideA(R) to Music Theory" breaks down a difficult subject in a simple wayaeven for those who think they have no rhythm or consider themselves tone deaf. With clear, concise language, it explains everything from bass-clef basics to ... see all copies from $10.00! new only from $10.00! \| SVS
3	Music Kit more books like this by Tom Manoff This introduction to music skills encourages students to be active learners and provides for various learning styles. Students complete frequent exercises, listen to music while examining music scores, and tap or clap along to recorded rhythms. The workbook addresses all the fundamental aspects of musical pitch, including scales, intervals, key ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $37.20! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Music in theory and practice more books like this by Bruce Benward A comprehensive music theory text. This edition has an increased number of examples from women and minority composers, and new coverage of macro analysis. It explores the fundamentals such as scales, tonality and key modes and also looks at the structural elements of music. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $16.81!
5	Learn to Read Music more books like this by Howard Shanet This book "Will" 1 teach the notation of music to those who have never known it before 2 serve as a systematic reminder for those who once knew how to read music but have forgotten most of it 3 serve as a practical classroom text book in the rudiments of music 4 serve as a helpful reference book for the student in music appreciation and related ... see all copies from $2.69! new only from $8.98! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Edly's Music Theory for Practical People more books like this by Ed Roseman, Peter Reynolds (Illustrator) see all copies from $15.70! new only from $17.91! \| first editions \| SVS
7	The Complete Musician: An Integrated Approach to Tonal Theory, Analysis, and Listening more books like this by Steven Laitz Bringing together the analytical, aural, and tactile activities of a theory curriculum, this book relies on a diverse repertoire and innovative exercises to make clear the connection between written theory, skills, and music-making outside the theory class. After introducing fundamentals, the text leads through diatonic and chromatic harmonies, ... see all copies from $2.19! new only from $5.95! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Marsalis on Music more books like this by Wynton Marsalis Marsalis on Music, the illustrated companion book-with-CD to Wynton Marsalis's groundbreaking television series, is the perfect introduction to the joy of music, both classical and jazz, for families, young people, and music-hungry readers of all ages. In chapters that correspond to the four one-hour programs in the series, and a Listening Guide ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.91! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Rudiments of Music more books like this by Robert W Ottman Ideal for music majors who require prerequisite study for the first semester pre-theory course, non-music majors who desire a comprehensive survey of elementary music fundamentals, and for performers who wish to complement studies in music performance with a better understanding of music elements. This comprehensive introduction features the ... see all copies from $2.74! new only from $55.67! \| SVS
10	Introductory Musicianship: A Workbook more books like this by Theodore A Lynn This text/workbook emphasizes the fundamental skills of reading and writing music by providing ample drill exercises that challenge without overwhelming the student. A wealth of examples, both in the text and on the available CD-ROM, along with worksheet exercises reinforce each major concept covered in the book. This gives instructors the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $28.00! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Structural Functions of Harmony more books like this by Arnold Schoenberg First published in 1948, this is Schoenberg's final theoretical work. It is the last of a series of basic texts which Schoenberg compiled for his composition students at the University of California. The opening chapters are a resume of the basic principles of the early "Theory of Harmony". The subsequent chapters demonstrate the concept of ... see all copies from $6.00! new only from $10.80! \| first editions
12 view cover	The Elements of Music: Concepts and Applications, Vol. I more books like this by Ralph Turek "The Elements of Music" is a two-volume text with companion workbooks and a companion CD for 2-year music theory courses that take a comprehensive approach. The text is distinguished by an attention to detail that makes learning (and teaching) easier; it is example intensive, immediately reinforcing theoretical concepts with musical selections. In ... see all copies from $25.00! new only from $72.97! \| SVS
13 view cover	Elements of Music more books like this by Joseph N Straus For courses in Music Fundamentals. This music fundamentals textbook is for both aspiring music majors and non-majors. Based on an anthology of works from music literature, it features clear, concise explanations, extensive written exercises, and a variety of suggested in-class activities. It emphasizes process of making music--emphasizing, at ... see all copies from $8.00! new only from $76.05! \| SVS
14 view cover	Piano for the Developing Musician more books like this by Martha Hilley, Lynn Freeman Olson PIANO FOR THE DEVELOPING MUSICIAN, 6th Edition delivers a wealth of performance music for the music major who must pass a piano proficiency before graduating. The Online Tutorials, which is a virtual second book, add author guidance and more practice music to the components of every chapter. The pedagogical structure divides every chapter into ... see all copies from $7.77! new only from $83.21!
15 view cover	Techniques and Materials of Music: From the Common Practice Period Through the Twentieth Century more books like this by Thomas Benjamin, Michael Horvit, Robert Nelson Designed to serve as a primary text for the first two years of college music theory, "Techniques and Materials of Music" covers all the basics of composition - including harmony, melody, and musical form. The authors present essential materials of common-practice music and an overview of 20th century techniques. Numerous hands-on exercises promote ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.19! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Twentieth Century Harmony: Creative Aspects and Practice more books like this by Vincent Persichetti One of the most important books on contemporary music to appear in this century. Here for the first time is an orderly presentation of the harmonic procedures to be found in music of the first half of the twentieth-century. The author examines the nature of intervals in various contexts, discusses the modes and other scales employed in modern ... see all copies from $17.81! new only from $26.95! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	Basic Materials in Music Theory: A Programed Course more books like this by Dr. Paul O Harder For one-semester, freshman-level courses in Basic Musicianship, Music Fundamentals, or Music Foundations. Also for a graduate course in theory review. This classic, self-paced, auto-instructional introduction to music fundamentals allows students to work independently through a programed format, allowing instructors to concentrate on the more ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $111.93!
18 view cover	Harmonograph: A Visual Guide to the Mathematics of Music more books like this by Anthony Ashton Ashton presents a short, illustrated introduction to the evolution of simple harmonic theory. Illustrations. see all copies from $6.94! new only from $6.94! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Introduction to Schenkerian Analysis more books like this by Allen Forte, Allan Forte, Steven E. Gilbert see all copies from $35.00! new only from $50.75! \| SVS
20 view cover	Foundations of Music more books like this by Robert Nelson, Carl J Christensen This versatile text provides a detailed introduction to fundamental musical concepts while remaining clear, concise, and accessible, even for non-majors. FOUNDATIONS OF MUSIC, Seventh Edition, combines a well-written, engaging text with an outstanding interactive CD-ROM that includes 168 different drills, exercises, demonstrations, and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $59.97! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Structural Hearing: Tonal Coherence in Music more books like this by Felix Salzer Extends the Schenker method to modern, medieval, renaissance music. Tonal organization, analyzes over 500 pieces, connects theory and composition. see all copies from $7.97! new only from $16.49! \| first editions \| SVS
22 view cover	Music first! more books like this by Gary C White Based on tested methods used by the author in many years of teaching, "Music First!" takes a step-by-step approach to the fundamentals of music theory and basic composition, engaging students by a combination of explanation and interaction. Students learn cumulatively as they progress through the book. This popular "learn-by-doing" approach ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $25.00!
23 view cover	Harmony & Theory: A Comprehensive Source for All Musicians more books like this by Keith Wyatt, Carl Schroeder The book tells you step by step through MI's well known Harmony & Theory class. Complete lessons and analysis including: see all copies from $11.50! new only from $11.50! \| SVS
24 view cover	First steps in music theory, grades 1 to 5 more books like this by Eric Taylor, Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music This introduction to the essential elements of music is ideal for students preparing for examinations, as well as an excellent resource for everyone learning to read music. In this book you will find: a step-by-step presentation of the basic facts of music theory; a grade-by-grade format; numerous music examples, clear, easily-understood ... see all copies from $11.07! new only from $11.07!
25 view cover	Music Theory for Dummies more books like this by Michael Pilhofer, Holly Day Many people grimace at the sound of music theory. It can conjure up bad memories of grade school music classes, rattle the brains of college students, and make self taught musicians feel self defeated. Music Theory may seem tedious and unnecessary, especially since not many people can read music. Luckily, "Music Theory for Dummies" shows you the ... see all copies from $13.91! new only from $13.91! \| SVS

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