Tools and Techniques for Writing Hit Songs-Melody writing is a skill that can be learned and this unique resource will show you how. Through proven tools and techniques you will learn how to write memorable melodies and discover the dynamic relationships between melody harmony rhythm and rhyme. This clear comprehensive guide unlocks the secrets of hit songs examining them and revealing why they succeed. Songs discussed include Killing Me Softly Addicted To Love and TheLong And Winding Road.

The Melakarta System-Elements of Indian Music introduces the Indian melodic system in an accessible manner within the realm of Western music theory. It demonstrates a new archetype in music composition for composers of any genre aswell as composition teachers and anyone interested in ethnomusicology. This book contains a set of 12 etudes for piano and transcriptions for classical guitar. Each etude is about one minute in length and utilizes notesfrom a particular Indian scale. An intermediate to advanced skill level is required to perform each etude. Practicing and performing these studies is an excellent way to expand one?s musical perspective beyond traditionaldiatonic scales. Indian music has intrigued the West for a long time but hasn?t always been accessible because of the absence of a systematic approach to theory and repertoire. Just as the Western harmonic system iswell developed the Indian melodic system is very advanced and equally established. The intermingling of these two worlds can inspire new exceptional sonic landscapes. Useful literature on the evolution of the Indianmelodic system is also included with notes on how it can be used as a modus operandi by Western musicians who wish to apply Indian scales in Western compositions and improvisations. Includes access to online audio.

The ABRSM Theory Of Music Exam 2013 Past Paper Grade 7 contains 4 separate past papers from 2013. This selection provides the essential practice material for all ABRSM Theory exam candidates. Please see product: 9781848496149 for the ABRSM Theory Of Music Exam 2013 Past Paper Model Answers Grade 7.

Originally published in the 1940s Paul Hindemith's remakable textbooks are still the outstanding works of their kind. In contrast to many musical textbooks written by academic musicians these were produced by a man who could play every instrument of the orchestra could compose a satisfying piece for almost every kind of ensemble and who was one of the most stimulating teachers of his day. It is therefore not surprising that nearly forty years later these books should remain essential reading for the student and the professional musician.

Essential practice material for all ABRSM Music Theory exam candidates. This book contains four separate papers to increase students' familiarity with the exam format. Model answers are also available.