Wherever you want to go musically - as a writer or performer, or just as someone who wants to enjoy music to its fullest - this approachable guide gives you everything you need to hear! It also examines the latest teaching techniques - all the more important as the study of music, now shown to provide cognitive and learning benefits for both children and adults, becomes more prevalent at all levels. Tracking to a typical college-level course, Music Theory For Dummies breaks difficult concepts down to manageable chunks and takes into account every aspect of musical production and appreciation - from the fundamentals of notes and scales to the complexities of expression and instrument tone color. You’ll quickly become fluent in the fundamentals of knocking out beats, reading scores, and anticipating where a piece should go, giving you a deeper perspective on the works of others - and bringing an extra dimension to your own. Whether you’re a student, a performer, or simply a fan, this book makes music theory easy, providing you with a friendly guide to the concepts, artistry, and technical mastery that underlie the production of great music. It’s a mix of technical skill, inborn talent, and plenty of practice – and now you can try your hand at it, with Music Theory For Dummies. Whether you intend to pursue a degree or career in music, or just enjoy listening to it, understanding the theory behind it gives you a whole new appreciation for the artistry and craftsmanship behind the pieces that give you goose bumps.
The music job market is expected to increase over the coming years, and music theory is becoming an increasingly common part of education at all levels. Studies have shown that music training improves children’s’ verbal and spatial abilities, and it’s been associated with cognitive and mathematical benefits in adults. This new third edition presents the most current teaching techniques, the newest music genres and examples, and updated information on all aspects of understanding, creating, and performing music. With expert instruction, you’ll put it all together as you compose, arrange, and create original melodies, harmonies, and chords of your own, with helpful tips for performing your pieces in front of an audience. Whether you’re a music student or a music lover, you’ll learn to read, write, and understand music with this informative guide. Music Theory For Dummies makes music theory easy to understand, with a friendly, unintimidating overview of everything you need to know to become fluent at knocking out beats, reading musical scores, and learning to anticipate where a song should go-whether you’re reading someone else’s music or writing your own.
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