Harmony Modernized: A Course Equally Adapted For Self-Instruction Or For A Teacher's Manual (1910)

Loewengard, Max

ISBN 10: 1436904277 / ISBN 13: 9781436904278

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Harmony Modernized: A Course Equally Adapted For Self-Instruction Or For A Teacher's Manual (1910)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1436904277
• ISBN 13: 9781436904278
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Harmony Modernized is a comprehensive textbook on music theory and harmony, written by Max Loewengard and first published in 1910. The book is designed to be equally useful for both self-instruction and as a teacher's manual. It covers a wide range of topics, including the basics of music notation, scales and modes, chords and chord progressions, and the principles of counterpoint.The book is organized into 18 chapters, each of which builds on the concepts introduced in the previous chapters. The first few chapters cover the basics of music notation and the major and minor scales. Later chapters delve into more advanced topics, such as chord inversions, modulation, and the use of chromaticism in harmony.Throughout the book, Loewengard provides numerous examples and exercises to help the reader understand the concepts being discussed. The exercises range from simple drills to more complex musical compositions, allowing the reader to gradually build their skills and knowledge.Overall, Harmony Modernized is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning music theory and harmony. Its clear and concise explanations, coupled with its numerous examples and exercises, make it an excellent choice for both self-study and classroom use.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.