Mel Bay Music Theory 101

Hundreds of musical components related to melody, harmony, and rhythm are blended together to make music. The study of these elements is called music theory. This book explains basic music theory as it relates to the needs of the average musician. It covers basic music reading with note names and time values, accidentals, ties, and other symbols and terms, as well as the theory behind the most common scales and chords. Quizzes throughout the book reinforce key concepts.Larry McCabe is the author of 'Mel Bay Music Theory 101', published 2003 under ISBN 9780786659494 and ISBN 0786659491.