Contemporary Music Theory - Level Three : A Complete Harmony and Theory Method for the Pop and Jazz Musician

Mark Harrison

ISBN 10: 0634037366 / ISBN 13: 9780634037368

Published by Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation Nov 2001, 2001

About this Item

Neuware - This book is the product of Mark Harrison's experience teaching hundreds of students at the world-famous Grove School of Music in Los Angeles. Suitable for instrumentalists, vocalists, composers and songwriters, this Level 3 course covers the chord tones, extensions and scale sources for all major, minor, dominant and diminished chords, and then applies the contemporary shape concept to create voicings, polychords, and to harmonize melodies.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Contemporary Music Theory - Level Three : A Complete Harmony and Theory Method for the Pop and Jazz Musician
• Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation Nov 2001
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0634037366
• ISBN 13: 9780634037368
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 302W x 229H x 25D millimeters 302 millimeters width by 229 millimeters height by 25 millimeters depth
• Weight: 1261 grams

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Synopsis

This advanced music theory course is designed for developing musicians who want a clear, practical approach to harmony and contemporary arranging. Ideal for piano students, instrumentalists, vocalists, composers, and songwriters, it supports lessons, personal study, and skill-building for pop and jazz styles. Learners gain a structured framework that helps them move confidently from basic harmony into professional-level concepts.

The book explores the full range of chord types used in contemporary music, including major, minor, dominant, and diminished structures. It presents chord tones, extensions, alterations, and scale sources with clarity, offering a reliable guide for understanding how modern harmony functions. Detailed instruction introduces the contemporary shape concept and shows how to apply it to create expressive voicings, polychords, and melodic harmonization. The layout is designed to support both classroom instruction and independent practice.

Students benefit from step-by-step explanations that strengthen technique, improve theoretical understanding, and build confidence in practical application. The progression encourages musicians to expand their improvisation vocabulary, refine their harmonic choices, and develop stronger reading and writing skills. Teachers can rely on the structure to support ongoing lessons, and dedicated learners will find the material motivating and rewarding as they grow into more sophisticated musicians.

Trusted by teachers, loved by students. Perfect for advanced study, lesson programs, and long-term musical growth. A valuable resource for pianists and contemporary musicians preparing for studio work, performance, or composition.