The Everything Music Theory Book, 3rd Edition: Take Your Understanding of Music to the Next Level

· Sold by Simon and Schuster
eBook
320
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This book will become available on 14 January 2025. You will not be charged until it is released.

About this eBook

Master the fundamentals of music with the updated edition of The Everything Music Theory Book that features online audio examples, challenging practice exercises, and hundreds of illustrations so you can take your understanding to the next level.

The Everything Music Theory Book, 3rd Edition is your comprehensive guide to mastering the essential tools needed to read, play, and comprehend music. Whether you’re a new student or an intermediate musician, this book offers a complete educational package that teaches you a deeper understanding of music.

Learn how chords and scales are constructed, how rhythm works, and how to understand complex time signatures. Discover how to identify a key and how keys are organized. Gain insights into how composers and musicians think about songwriting.

Each chapter includes several Etudes—focused practice exercises—that test and reinforce your newfound understanding of music theory. With hundreds of illustrations and helpful audio examples, this book ensures you grasp every concept thoroughly. So grab a pencil, tune your instrument, and become a better musician without missing a beat!

About the author

Marc Schonbrun is a guitarist, author, teacher, and technologist. He’s authored numerous books covering guitar, music theory, and technology, many of which have become popular in schools and universities. From small venues to notable stages like Lincoln Center, Marc has showcased his talent in both jazz and classical styles, often as a solo performer. Now based in California with his family, he continues to balance teaching, performing, and family time.

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