The Everything Reading Music: A Step-By-Step Introduction To Understanding Music Notation And Theory (Everything® Series) (Paperback)

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Read and play music in no time!

Have fun learning to read music with this easy-to-follow guide. The Everything Reading Music Book has all it takes for you to quickly master and appreciate the fundamentals of music notation and theory so you can read and understand music like a pro. Filled with hundreds of examples and a bonus CD bringing the essential lessons to life, this is the all-in-one handbook you need to learn fast!

Get the skills you need to read music like an expert with:
  • Detailed descriptions of how to understand rhythm, rests, meter and time
  • The key to reading expression markings, dynamics and other essential symbols
  • How to form scales, chords, intervals, key signatures and other vital theory topics
  • Chord progressions in all keys from basic to advanced progressions
  • Demystification of instrument transpositions
  • Instrument ranges, common foreign language terms and much more
  • Applications to all instruments and every style of music

Sheets of music can be intimidating - music is another language! But The Everything Reading Music Book has all you need to speak fluently.

About the Author


Marc Schonbrun is a guitarist, author, teacher, and technologist. He’s authored numerous books covering guitar, music theory, and technology, many of which have become popular in schools and universities. From small venues to notable stages like Lincoln Center, Marc has showcased his talent in both jazz and classical styles, often as a solo performer. Now based in California with his family, he continues to balance teaching, performing, and family time.
Product Details
ISBN: 9781593373245
ISBN-10: 1593373244
Publisher: Everything
Publication Date: July 1st, 2005
Pages: 304
Language: English
Series: Everything® Series