Publisher's Synopsis
The Material Used in Musical Composition: A System of Harmony is a comprehensive guide to the principles of harmony in music composition, written by Percy Goetschius. The book is designed to provide a systematic approach to understanding the various elements of harmony, including chords, scales, intervals, and their relationships to one another. Goetschius begins by introducing the basic concepts of music theory, such as the staff, clefs, and notation. He then moves on to a detailed exploration of the different types of chords, their inversions, and how they are used in composition. The author also covers various scales, modes, and keys, and how they are related to each other.Throughout the book, Goetschius provides numerous examples of musical compositions to illustrate his points, and he includes exercises and drills to help readers practice and reinforce their understanding of the material. He also includes a glossary of musical terms and a comprehensive index for easy reference.Overall, The Material Used in Musical Composition: A System of Harmony is an essential resource for any musician or composer looking to deepen their understanding of music theory and composition. It is a clear, concise, and practical guide that is suitable for both beginners and advanced students 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.
