Learning to Read Music: How to Make Sense of Those Mysterious Symbols - Softcover

Nickol, Peter

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9781857033908: Learning to Read Music: How to Make Sense of Those Mysterious Symbols

Synopsis

This guide explains what musical symbols mean in simple easy-to-understand terms. In straightforward stages the reader can learn about pitch, rhythm, keys and more. Aimed at adults and children who are learning to play a musical instrument, the book assumes no prior knowledge of musical symbols.

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About the Author

Peter Nickol is an award-winning music book editor. He has produced many books widely used in schools. He is based in Exeter, Devon.

Review

"'Good for reinforcing what has been learnt and excellent for keeping alongside your favourite pieces of music.' Education Otherwise 'An excellent book for anyone who would love to be able to read music but thinks it would be too difficult...very easy to understand and well written.' A reader 'Useful for non-specialist primary teachers, who often find teaching music a daunting business.' Music Journal 'Especially ideal for anyone who is learning to play an instrument.' A reader 'This book was purchased just so I could learn the principles of music (written music, scales, keys, chords etc) without guitar techniques getting in the way. I have to say it is a fantastic book, with each chapter being easy to read and digest, I would recommend it to anyone that wants to learn music theory and sheet music, 5 star book without a doubt.' A reader * 3rd edition of this versatile and straightforward guide"

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Other Popular Editions of the Same Title

9781845282783: Learning to Read Music: 3rd edition

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ISBN 10:  1845282787 ISBN 13:  9781845282783
Publisher: How To Books, 2008
Softcover