This practical, easy-to-use self-study course is perfect for pianists, guitarists, instrumentalists, vocalists, songwriters, arrangers and composers, and includes ear training CDs to help develop your musical ear. In this all-in-one theory course, you will learn the essentials of music through 75 concise lessons, practice your music reading and writing skills in the exercises, improve your listening skills with the enclosed ear training CDs, and test your knowledge with a review that completes each of the 18 units. Answers are included in the back of the book for all exercises, ear training and review.
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39 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am a total novice who just purchased a piano with the express goal of learning how to sight read and have a fundamental understanding of music theory. These three volumes are generally excellent; however, I agree with the previous reviewer who said the material is often vague (he mentioned 'ties and slurs') - the very same topic that jumped out at me as vague (and the music example was of no help), but it just goes to show that you can't learn everything at home, by trial-and-error, you need a qualified instructor or musician to help you along the way. And I wish the book was spiral-bound.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By S. Stevens
Format:Paperback
This book is the best way to learn theory no matter if you are 6 or 60. You can learn at your own pace doing one or several of the exercises at a time. It covers the basics clear up to stuff you probably don't even want to know. I am a music teacher and I learned things that I had forgotten and other things that I never knew. I would recommend this course of study to anyone interested in learning about music theory.
42 of 49 people found the following review helpful
By xbzz
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This book is very good for an introduction to music theory. It is well suit for self study. All the answers are in the back. The book only covers the essential topics of music theory. It fits perfectly for me because I want to learn music only as a hobby but need enough theory to know what the other book/people are talking about. It includes 2 CDs for ear-training.
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Love It!
I'm using this book to teach piano to a student, and it's wonderful! It covers the basics and beyond. It's a must buy in my opinion.
Published 12 days ago by SHAKIRA
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great book
I purchased this for a guitar student. He said it is a great book and it is helping him learn more about music.
Published 13 days ago by H. Deaton
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For an adult beginner, terrific
I have just started learning to play the piano as an adult, had a false start, but now loving it. I have borrowed a number of music theory books from the library and none of them... Read more
Published 18 days ago by Sincerely Yours
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The is a godsend!
This is a godsend. I am an adult beginner and there are no classes available. Tis is an easy and precise way to learn some music theory n my own time!
Published 3 months ago by Cakewalk
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Private Instructor Approved!
My daughter finds this book well organized and easy to read. Her band directors and her private instructor all agree that this information will help her advance in her music... Read more
Published 4 months ago by mamacas
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Good book
I'm not a professional musician. So I cannot say this book is for eveybody, but it is really good for beginners or someone who only have some basic knowledge of music theory like... Read more
Published 12 months ago by S. Yu
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Music Theory gets real.
Good book. My professor chose this book for his class, and I think it was a good choice. The good thing about this book is that it's a self-study meaning you can do it on your own.
Published 12 months ago by Eric Wes
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Excellent Beginning
My 13yo's vocal coach suggested that I purchase a self-paced beginning music theory workbook. This was highly rated and with good cause. Read more
Published on January 13, 2011 by HomeStagerMom
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Fast service, book in excellent condition
I was happy with the fast service. I had ordered this at our local music store. After waiting for 2 months I gave up and ordered from here. Read more
Published on December 7, 2010 by S. Cooper
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory
As an adult learning a new instrument, I can appreciate the way this book takes you from the most fundamental aspects of reading music to the application of music theory and modal... Read more
Published on September 26, 2010 by William E. Davenport
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- Nutcracker Suite in Full Score (Dover Miniature Music Scores) by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky on page 68
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