SKU: HL.1303101
UPC: 196288173007.
This revised 4th edition of Practice in Music Theory Grade 6 comes complete with detachable Model Answers! The success of its previous editions for the past two decades has prompted the need for more definitive solutions. Based on the ABRSM theory examination syllabus, it is the first of three comprehensive coursebooks leading to Grade 8 and beyond. Students are guided to achieve a high theoretical standard, with competent knowledge in harmony, counterpoint, melodic writing and score analysis. The J Koh's instructional approach is academic and systematic; yet musically conceived with graphical layouts and selective examples. There are 2 parts to this coursebook. Part I - Harmony The principles of harmony are introduced here: 4-part writing, 2-part counterpoint, concepts of traditional chord progression, use of inversions, principles of voice-leading, and the use of non-harmony notes. Harmonic guidelines and rules are clearly explained with relevant examples. Exercises are progressively structured to ensure a strong grasp of the theoretical concepts. Part II - Melodic Composition and Analysis Meloic composition is taught through an analytical approach. The concepts of phrasing, use of motifs, modulations and melodic contour are illustrated with authentic extracts. By taking students through the works of the great masters, their technical skills are sharpened, enhanced with useful tools for the creative compositional process. Skills in score analysis involve the acquisition of sound musical knowledge - the study of forms, genres, history of western music that spans 4 centuries, along with the composersÂ’ works and styles. Appendices II and III provide guidance for basic research needed at this level. The essential and highly recommended reference texts are: Musical Forms and Terms and Understanding Orchestration, The Orchestra and Its Instruments.
SKU: HL.1303102
UPC: 196288173014.
In this second level comprehensive course book for advanced students, Practice in Music Theory Grade 7 continues with the exploration of complex harmonic and melodic concepts. The study of chromatic harmony includes the diminished 7th, the Neapolitan 6th, and the secondary dominants. Figured bass and non-harmony notes are explained in context with adequate musical examples. The demands of the syllabus are laid out in structured topics, in which students are trained progressively to handle challenging questions. This 4th edition comes with Model Answers for selected topics.
SKU: BR.BV-261
A competently formulated harmony textbook for private study, which answers all questions and gives the student a solid introduction to harmony, with many practical exercises.
ISBN 9783765102615. 6.5 x 9.5 inches. German.
Thomas Kramers ,,Harmonielehre im Selbststudium bietet in erster Linie eine methodische Anleitung zur Eigenarbeit. Dieser Aspekt ist seit der Neuausgabe 2006 noch starker betont. Durch die systematische Gliederung und den umfangreichen Losungsteil ist das Buch jedoch auch weiterhin fur die padagogische Arbeit hervorragend geeignet. Zahlreiche Beispiele aus der Musikliteratur aller Epochen veranschaulichen die einzelnen Fragestellungen.A competently formulated harmony textbook for private study, which answers all questions and gives the student a solid introduction to harmony, with many practical exercises.
SKU: HL.299481
ISBN 9781540060440. UPC: 888680956516. 9.0x12.0 inches.
Quick -- how many scales do you know? If you answered several, you're not alone. Lots of piano players know several scales, but how many really know what to do with them? With Pianist's Guide to Scales Over Chords, you'll learn how to apply the most used scales in a musical manner. We'll examine how scales and chords are closely linked and how this relationship is key to crafting memorable, intelligent solos. If you're stuck in a pentatonic rut or find yourself always coming back to the same old patterns, this book is for you. The online audio contains 178 tracks, including 15 extended backing tracks for practice! You'll learn: Diatonic Harmony Theory (intervals, scales, chord construction, etc.); Major and Minor Scale Applications; Inversions and Slash Chords; Seventh Chords and Extended Harmony; Modes (construction and applications); Playing over a Standard (Dominant) and Minor 12-Bar Blues; Non-diatonic Harmony and Modal Progressions. 14 scales are covered: Major Scale (Ionian) â?¢ Major Pentatonic â?¢ Minor Scale (Aeolian) â?¢ Minor Pentatonic â?¢ Dorian â?¢ Phrygian â?¢ Lydian â?¢ Mixolydian â?¢ Locrian â?¢ Blues Scale â?¢ Harmonic Minor â?¢ Melodic Minor â?¢ Lydian Dominant â?¢ Super Locrian.
SKU: BR.BV-312
ISBN 9783765103124. 8.5 x 11.5 inches. German.
Here, now, is Book 2, another didactically well-prepared volume that also contains an accompanying CD and retains the prominent role of ear training in its concept. The student marches onward, leaving behind him the melodic range delimited by five tones. The intervals are treated individually, and syncopations, triplets and even the quintuple meter are on the rhythmic agenda. In the harmony section, Ziegenrucker turns his attention to the circle of fifths and chordal inversions. So roll up your sleeves, get out your music paper and pencils, and get started on the second third of this practical music method!With publication of the latest edition, the answers are only available in print under BV 392 (ISBN 978-3-7651-0392-6).Please note that the audio samples in the test PDF can only be played on computers after downloading. When displaying the test PDF in a browser and on mobile devices, playback is often technically impossible. The MP3 audio samples of the tests are therefore available for download.
