Elements of Music: Melody, Rhythm, and Harmony
A beautifully illustrated pocket guide to the principles and theories of music.

What is the secret code behind so many musical compositions? How do you substitute chords to create greater musical complexity? Why is music so good at playing with people's emotions? In this compact book, composer and pianist Jason Martineau presents the elements of music in clear and comprehensible terms. Packed with superb diagrams and a wealth of fascinating hard-to-come-by musical tips, this is a great primer, and an invaluable resource for novice and professional alike.

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Elements of Music: Melody, Rhythm, and Harmony
A beautifully illustrated pocket guide to the principles and theories of music.

What is the secret code behind so many musical compositions? How do you substitute chords to create greater musical complexity? Why is music so good at playing with people's emotions? In this compact book, composer and pianist Jason Martineau presents the elements of music in clear and comprehensible terms. Packed with superb diagrams and a wealth of fascinating hard-to-come-by musical tips, this is a great primer, and an invaluable resource for novice and professional alike.

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Elements of Music: Melody, Rhythm, and Harmony

Elements of Music: Melody, Rhythm, and Harmony

by Jason Martineau
Elements of Music: Melody, Rhythm, and Harmony

Elements of Music: Melody, Rhythm, and Harmony

by Jason Martineau

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Overview

A beautifully illustrated pocket guide to the principles and theories of music.

What is the secret code behind so many musical compositions? How do you substitute chords to create greater musical complexity? Why is music so good at playing with people's emotions? In this compact book, composer and pianist Jason Martineau presents the elements of music in clear and comprehensible terms. Packed with superb diagrams and a wealth of fascinating hard-to-come-by musical tips, this is a great primer, and an invaluable resource for novice and professional alike.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780802716828
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA
Publication date: 10/28/2008
Series: Wooden Books Series
Pages: 64
Sales rank: 266,772
Product dimensions: 6.94(w) x 5.78(h) x 0.41(d)

About the Author

Dr. Jason Martineau is a composer, pianist, and private instructor living in Berkeley, CA.
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