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Summary: Harmony & Theory gets nowhere fast
Review: Out of the products I have researched, this was one of the least favorites of theory software. Although the cover and the graphics inside the program are nice, there is not near enough material to be learned. The method of learning is not very interactive either. This course might be better on a small book than on a CD-ROM.My students were intrigued at first, but they had a hard time learning from the material. It is very limited in its coverage of music, sticking only to modern-day music. Although it will not hurt to buy it at this low price, it is pretty much a waste of time.
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Summary: What a good book!
Review: The Musician Institute's books tend to be very useful, with superior lay-out and graphics. the approach is just right for popular music performers. In my opinion, "Harmony and Theory" is a winner.
The first half explains the basics of music notation, intervals, scales and chord formation. I already had a decent background in music theory so it is hard to tell how easy it would be for a first-timer, but on this book the subject looked very clearly explained. Very important: Every chapter has a number of exercises (with answers at the end of the book), so a reader can apply each new concept as it is presented.
The second half, exploring harmony, was gold! The content is based on the diatonic rules, but also covers virtually every exception you are likely to find (and apply) in popular music. Because I was already familiar with most of the topics, I read many chapters in a single sitting, but I would recommend this book to be approached by a new studentas as a "course" : one chapter at a time, and be sure to do the exercises!
Pick up your guitar and piano and play the chord progressions, chapter by chapter. feel the sounds and then go read the "logic". music is primarily about emotion, no doubt about it, but the analytical understanding of its principles can be so much fun and will arm you with more tools to express your own artistry.
Very useful and I am sure it can benefit many musicians.
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Summary: Great Book
Review: This book gives you the "nuts and bolts" of music theory using a logical format, and content that is presented in an easy to understand manner - even for beginners. I highly recommend it. If you are intimidated by the thought of learning music theory (like I was) then you ought to consider this book. There are plenty of written excercises contained in each chapter to help make sure you understand the concepts presented (and the answers are in the back of the book). In essence, each short chapter offers an opportunity to gain a sense of accomplishment before you move on to the next concept. Even my favorite music teacher, who has over 35 years of teaching under her belt, was thoroughly impressed with this book and plans to buy a copy for herself. By the way, this is the book used for a music theory class at Musician's Institute in Southern California (a music performance school).
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Summary: Great Book
Review: This book gives you the "nuts and bolts" of music theory using a logical format, and content that is presented in an easy to understand manner - even for beginners. I highly recommend it. If you are intimidated by the thought of learning music theory (like I was) then you ought to consider this book. There are plenty of written excercises contained in each chapter to help make sure you understand the concepts presented (and the answers are in the back of the book). In essence, each short chapter offers an opportunity to gain a sense of accomplishment before you move on to the next concept. Even my favorite music teacher, who has over 35 years of teaching under her belt, was thoroughly impressed with this book and plans to buy a copy for herself. By the way, this is the book used for a music theory class at Musician's Institute in Southern California (a music performance school).
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Summary: This book is great
Review: This book is great. Others have tried to teach me these concepts but just couldn't explain things very well (at least for me). Reading this book was a big eye opener for me. I loved the exercises with the answers in the back so you could test yourself to see if you really learned the subject matter. The first reviewer (Harry Clark) stated that he didn't like it and it was not good software. THERE IS NO SOFTWARE WITH THIS TITLE. There is no program. There is no CD-ROM. This reviewer has mistaken this book for something else. Ignore his review and look at everyone else that loved it. Good Luck.
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Summary: A great Book for beginner
Review: Well, If you are a beginner (Like me...), this book is for you~
It gives u a general idea of the most common thoeries related to the everyday harmony of popular music. However, you need to find and read some more after finishing this book~
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Summary: IF CARL Schroeder wrote it get it!
Review: Wyatt,Schroder,-excellent teachers
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