""How to Understand Music"" by Oscar Thompson is a comprehensive guide to understanding the basics of music theory. The book is designed for beginners who want to learn about the fundamentals of music, including notes, chords, scales, rhythm, and melody. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of music, the different types of musical instruments, and how to read sheet music. The book is divided into three parts, each of which covers a different aspect of music theory. Part one focuses on the elements of ...
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""How to Understand Music"" by Oscar Thompson is a comprehensive guide to understanding the basics of music theory. The book is designed for beginners who want to learn about the fundamentals of music, including notes, chords, scales, rhythm, and melody. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of music, the different types of musical instruments, and how to read sheet music. The book is divided into three parts, each of which covers a different aspect of music theory. Part one focuses on the elements of music, including pitch, rhythm, and harmony. Part two covers the different types of musical instruments, including strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Part three delves into the history of music, from ancient times to the present day. Throughout the book, Thompson uses clear and concise language to explain complex concepts, making it easy for readers to understand. He also includes numerous examples and exercises to help readers practice what they have learned. Overall, ""How to Understand Music"" is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to learn about the basics of music theory. It is well-written, easy to understand, and covers a wide range of topics. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced musician, this book is sure to help you deepen your understanding and appreciation of music.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.
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