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The Elements of Music: Melody, Rhythm, and Harmony (Wooden Books)
Author: Jason Martineau
Edition: 1st
ISBN: 0802716822
Number Of Pages: 64
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA
Release Date: 2008-10-28
Details:
An elegant primer on the principles and theories of music.
This innovative book presents the elements of music by building upon the long-known fundamentals of acoustics, proportion and relationship--a kind of musical metaphor. In combination with novel graphics and symbols, the principles behind melody, rhythm, and harmony come alive, along with those of Western musical notation. From intervals, triads, and the circle of fifths to major/minor keys and modulation, Dr. Martineau presents a splendid primer on music theory for the novice and professional alike.
This innovative book presents the elements of music by building upon the long-known fundamentals of acoustics, proportion and relationship--a kind of musical metaphor. In combination with novel graphics and symbols, the principles behind melody, rhythm, and harmony come alive, along with those of Western musical notation. From intervals, triads, and the circle of fifths to major/minor keys and modulation, Dr. Martineau presents a splendid primer on music theory for the novice and professional alike.
EAN: 9780802716828
Package Dimensions: 6.7 x 5.8 x 0.5 inches
Languages: English