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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Music Theory, 2nd Edition

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Alpha Books, 2005 - Music - 314 pages
A music theory book that hits the high note …

This updated and expanded edition of The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Music Theory breaks down a difficult subject in a simple way—even for those who think they have no rhythm or consider themselves tone deaf. With clear, concise language, it explains everything from bass-clef basics to confusing codas. This new edition includes:
-A brand-new CD
-A comprehensive ear- training section
-Musical examples of intervals, scales, chords, and rhythms
-Aural exercises so readers can test their ear training and transcription skills
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An excellent introduction to overview of music theory. - Goodreads
Great reference for music teachers. - Goodreads
I continually use this for reference. - Goodreads
Introduction by the author [xvi-xxii]. - Goodreads

Review: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Music Theory (The Complete Idiot's Guides)

User Review  - Andria - Goodreads

I continually use this for reference. However, there are some minute details that the author doesn't cover, which can be imperative to understanding music theory. Added bonus for the ear training CD, that I have yet to use. Read full review

Review: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Music Theory (The Complete Idiot's Guides)

User Review  - Alexander Arsov - Goodreads

Michael Miller The Complete Idiot's Guide to Music Theory ALPHA Books, Paperback, [2005]. 4to. xxii+314 pp. Second Edition. Introduction by the author [xvi-xxii]. Forewords by Harry Miedema [xiii+xiv ... Read full review

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Universite Paris-dauphine Edogest (drm-dmsp)
Alain Goudey, Christian Derbaix

About the author (2005)

Michael Miller is the author of several successful music guides, including The Complete IdiotÂ's Guide to Songwriting, Second Edition, The Complete IdiotÂ's Guide to Solos and Improvisation, The Complete IdiotÂ's Guide to Playing Drums, Second Edition, and The Complete IdiotÂ's Guide to Music Composition.

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