This Book covers many aspects about the wonderful art form known as Music. It has been said that music is a language which can express virtually unlimited concepts and emotions. If you want to 'make music', there are definite things that need to be learned. However, you don't need to master all of them to have fun making music. As a matter of fact, you can learn a couple simple things and begin to make music in a few minutes. Then, depending on how far you want to take it, you can continue to learn more. This Book answers many interesting questions such as: * What is music really? * What is...

This book covers the fundamentals of music. If you want to 'make music', there are definite things that need to be learned. There are many books on the subject of music. What makes this book different? The data is presented in a simple, straightforward and concise manner along with practice routines that will result in real ability to read music, play songs, improvise and compose This book applies to any musician at any level of expertise regardless of what instrument or style of music he/she plays. It is invaluable as a reference book for private lessons or as a textbook for classroom...

Which of the three elements of music: melody, harmony and rhythm do you think is the most important? That's a good question. My answer is rhythm. That's why I called it "Fascinating Rhythm." After studying this Book, you might agree with me. In this Book, you will learn how to read & write rhythms, how to improvise rhythms, play in different styles, but most important...how to play in the pocket The data in this book applies to any musician at any level of expertise regardless of what instrument or style of music he/she plays. This is invaluable as a reference book for private lessons or as...

This book covers the basics of harmony. If you want to 'make music', there are definite things that need to be learned. There are many books on the subject of music. What makes this book different? Knowledge of Harmony is very useful for improvising and composing. The material in this eBook is presented in a simple, straightforward and concise manner along with practice routines and ear training drills that will result in real ability to play different chord progressions in songs, improvise and compose The data in this book applies to any musician at any level of expertise regardless of what...

The data in this book applies to any musician at any level of expertise regardless of what instrument or style of music he/she plays. This is invaluable as a reference book for private lessons or as a textbook for classroom study. This Book answers many interesting questions such as: * Why are 4 note chords called 7th chords? * What are the eight types of 7th chords? * Did you know there are up to 5 different chord symbols for each 7th chord? * What are the Diatonic 7th chords? * Why are they important? * How do you decide when to play a 7th chord instead of a triad? * What are the three...

The purpose of this Book is to clarify and thereby simplify advanced music theory and to offer a comprehensive reference. Additionally, this Book provides a route to greatly increased musical skills, for those who wish to invest the time. I've had various dealings with thousands of musicians. Some as students, some as peers, some as employers, and some were fans, etc. I can safely say that only a very small percentage of them had a good grasp of advanced music theory. However, many of these musicians were incredible artists who had very successful careers. So the question is: Is understanding...

Hat: a position, job, zone of responsibility. The basic job of a musician is to make music. That goes without saying. What may not be obvious to the non-musician is the huge number of different ways one can make a living in the field of music. This book is for those who might be considering a career in music but are not sure if they could make a living at it, as well as for those people that are musicians. Believe it or not, music is a viable career. This book answers many interesting questions such as: * What are the 4 stages of music production? * Can you name 13 or more different musician...

Definitions for 490 entries and 118 symbols and many pictures and diagrams. There are countless music dictionaries and glossaries available that fulfill various needs. What makes this one different? This Book has workable definitions for the most essential music terms and symbols written in a clear, concise manner that are easy to understand and apply. This glossary will no doubt be of great benefit to you in your study of music.