About Music Theory |
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All successful musicians have a basic knowledge of music theory. For those interested in composition or improvisation this study is a necessity, but it will also enhance the musicality of band or orchestral players. Please click on each category in the menu on the left for reference materials and explanatory text. These components are common to all styles of Western music, from the earliest choral music through the Classical period, to the most recent pop or jazz compositions. Regardless of one's musical tastes, it's beneficial to have a basic understanding of:
If one is a composer or improviser, the study of modes and altered scales can also enrich one's work. |
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