Basic Materials in Music Theory, A Programmed Course

Features + Benefits

• NEW - Updated and expanded bibliography.

  • Gives students a helpful reference of supplemental reading material without disrupting the flow of the text discussion.

• NEW - Clarification of terms-Focuses on the most prevalently used terminology.

  • Teaches students the vocabulary used by musicians to communicate about their art, and defines the basic properties and functions of music.

• NEW - Sample recording CD tips.

  • Suggests to students how ear training tips should sound or be practiced.

• Programed instruction.

  • Allows students to work at their own pace, and keeps them engaged so that they can master, quickly and thoroughly, the core of knowledge that is essential for the serious study of music. Allows instructorsthe option of expanding the course to include creative writing, style study, etc.

• Piano styles-Included in the appendix.

  • Familiarizes students with various piano styles and facilitates their creative work.

• Orchestration Chart-Included in the appendix.

  • Provides students with a study aid and facilitates creative work.

• A full range of in-text pedagogy -E.g., supplementary assignments at the end of each chapter, mastery frames and summaries that allow students to evaluate their readiness to continue, a glossary of musical terms, eartraining tips, chapter introductions, learning objectives, discussion questions, and a bibliography.

  • Provides additional learning experiences for students and makes the text completely self-instructional, freeing instructors to use their class time in more creative ways.

• Perforated pages at the end of each chapter-Facilitates removal of text pages.

  • Enables instructors to easily correct text pages.