The complete idiot's guide to music theory
Edition
2nd ed.
Publication Information
[Indianapolis, IN] : Alpha, c2005.
Physical Description
xi, 314 p. : ill. ; 28 cm. + 1 sound disc (digital ; 4 3/4 in.)
Notes
Includes index.
Contents
- pt. 1. Tones: Pitches and clefs ; Intervals ; Scales ; Major and minor keys
- pt. 2. Rhythms: Note values and basic notation ; Time signatures ; Tempo, dynamics, and navigation
- pt. 3. Tunes: Melodies ; Chords ; Chord progressions ; Phrases and form
- pt. 4. Accompanying: Transcribing what you hear ; Accompanying melodies ; Transposing to other keys
- pt. 5. Embellishing: Harmony and counterpoint ; Chord substitutions and turnarounds ; Special notation
- pt. 6. Arranging: Composing and arranging for voices and instruments ; Lead sheets and scores ; Performing your music
- Appendixes: The complete idiot's music glossary ; The complete idiot's chord reference ; Answers to chapter exercises ; The complete idiot's guide to music theory, second edition, ear training course CD.