The Material Used In Musical Composition: A System Of Harmony

By Percy Goetschius

Book Overview

The Material Used In Musical Composition: A System Of Harmony by Percy Goetschius is a comprehensive guide to the fundamental principles of musical harmony. The book is aimed at music students, composers, and musicians who want to deepen their understanding of the structure and organization of music. The book covers a wide range of topics related to musical harmony, including the basics of tonality, chord progressions, modulation, and counterpoint. It also explores more advanced concepts such as chromatic harmony, extended chords, and harmonic rhythm. Throughout the book, Goetschius provides numerous examples of musical compositions and exercises to help readers apply the concepts they are learning. The book also includes numerous musical examples from the works of famous composers such as Bach, Beethoven, and Mozart. Overall, The Material Used In Musical Composition: A System Of Harmony is an essential resource for anyone interested in the theory and practice of musical harmony. It is a comprehensive and accessible guide that will help readers develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of the art 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163175250
• ISBN13: 9781163175255
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.3" x 11.0"