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Summary: Great book for musicians... not so great for scientists
Review: This is a great book for those who intend to develop their ears, truly our most important tool to make music. However, as an engineer, I have to agree that there are several gross errors about sound waves and other concepts badly defined. Don't confuse anything meant to be objective (and rigorously defined, such as frequency, time, etc.) with subjective matters, feelings, etc.The book is very useful, though, concerning how to learn the ability to improve one's musicianship through the best use of our ears. I reached the same conclusions by myself, while learning to transcribe and write music, and it DEFINITELY gave me a new whole meaning about music. In particular, the whole question about the myth of "perfect pitch" is properly addressed. Who cares about C or D# or Bb? Be a key-independent musician! Use the musical aspects of the book, they're great! Forget anything that has a (bad) scientific explanation.
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Summary: Sensational!!
Review: This is one incredible book! Each chapter is simple, direct, practical, and written in plain english. The chapters logically follow one another in content and form, and the exercises/training can be done almost anywhere, making them extremely practical for the musician on the go. If you are interested in a fun and very enjoyable musical journey, Ron Gorow's book is the answer!
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Summary: Great book for musicians... not so great for scientists
Review: This is the best ear training book I have ever seen. I feel very fortunate that a musician of Ron's caliber has taken so much time to pass on his knowledge and experience through this book. As a professional musician, I am always looking for ways to improve my ears. Hearing and Writing Music has given me a practical and methodical way to continue my ear training education. The lesson plans at the back of the book have helped me to make the most of my practice time. My hearing has become so much deeper and more "three dimensional" as a result of using the techniques described. I am also able to "get at" my own musical ideas much more quickly and easily. I will be using this book for years to come.
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Summary: I love this book!
Review: This is the best ear training book I have ever seen. I feel very fortunate that a musician of Ron's caliber has taken so much time to pass on his knowledge and experience through this book. As a professional musician, I am always looking for ways to improve my ears. Hearing and Writing Music has given me a practical and methodical way to continue my ear training education. The lesson plans at the back of the book have helped me to make the most of my practice time. My hearing has become so much deeper and more "three dimensional" as a result of using the techniques described. I am also able to "get at" my own musical ideas much more quickly and easily. I will be using this book for years to come.
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Summary: A great book that leads you to "hear" it for yourself.
Review: This is the first really good ear training book I've come across. Mr. Gorow's book has forced me to "hear" the music I been playing for years. The progression of the exercises from simple to complex help me to develop my ear listening skills in short practical steps. At first I was surprised that here was no audio CD with the book. Soon I realized that this forced me to find the music that enjoyed, and listen to THAT music more carefully. In an age where we have become over dependant on technology, this book is helping me develop a real and lasting skill that isn't depended upon passing technology. I'm learning so much. Thanks Ron!
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Summary: A great book that leads you to "hear" it for yourself.
Review: This is the first really good ear training book I've come across. Mr. Gorow's book has forced me to "hear" the music I been playing for years. The progression of the exercises from simple to complex help me to develop my ear listening skills in short practical steps. At first I was surprised that here was no audio CD with the book. Soon I realized that this forced me to find the music that enjoyed, and listen to THAT music more carefully. In an age where we have become over dependant on technology, this book is helping me develop a real and lasting skill that isn't depended upon passing technology. I'm learning so much. Thanks Ron!
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