The Composer's Handbook: A Guide to the Principles of Musical Composition (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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This book is a comprehensive guide to the art of musical composition, offering a structured approach to understanding and creating music. It traces a historical path from the ancient Church Modes to the establishment of major and minor scales, emphasizing the importance of tonality and its role in shaping musical expression. The author, a seasoned teacher, recognizes that theoretical knowledge alone is insufficient and stresses the importance of practical exercises and analysis. The book delves into the essential elements of composition, exploring melody, rhythm, harmony, and form. It includes detailed discussions of common musical forms like chants and hymn tunes, delving into cadence structures and offering numerous examples from the works of prominent composers. It also touches upon more complex forms like sonatas and symphonies, providing insights into their construction and historical significance. The author's insights on the creative process reveal the evolution of musical composition, highlighting the interplay of inspiration and deliberate craft. This book offers valuable guidance for anyone seeking to explore the intricate world of musical composition, empowering them with the tools and knowledge to develop their own unique voice.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to the art of musical composition, offering a structured approach to understanding and creating music. It traces a historical path from the ancient Church Modes to the establishment of major and minor scales, emphasizing the importance of tonality and its role in shaping musical expression. The author, a seasoned teacher, recognizes that theoretical knowledge alone is insufficient and stresses the importance of practical exercises and analysis. The book delves into the essential elements of composition, exploring melody, rhythm, harmony, and form. It includes detailed discussions of common musical forms like chants and hymn tunes, delving into cadence structures and offering numerous examples from the works of prominent composers. It also touches upon more complex forms like sonatas and symphonies, providing insights into their construction and historical significance. The author's insights on the creative process reveal the evolution of musical composition, highlighting the interplay of inspiration and deliberate craft. This book offers valuable guidance for anyone seeking to explore the intricate world of musical composition, empowering them with the tools and knowledge to develop their own unique voice. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334044410_0
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