Edly's Music Theory for Practical People (second edition) FROM THE PUBLISHER
Edly's Music Theory for Practical
People begins with the precept that music theory need not be dreary.
Copiously illustrated and delightfully written, the book invites teenage to
adult readers to enjoy learning music theory. Beginning with the basics,
the Edly's progresses gently and steadily into advanced topics. The book
includes notation examples, diagrams, workbook exercises with answers,
index, and glossary. Suitable for do-it-yourselfers as well as the
classroom, it is nonetheless written so that even those who do not read
music can understand the material.
About the Author:
Author, educator, composer, and multi-instrumentalist Ed
Roseman attended the Berklee College of Music, University of Michigan at
Interlochen, and received a B.A. with Honors in music from Wesleyan
University.
FROM THE CRITICS
Keyboard Magazine
So unusual and fun, even an ex-grad student can get excited. could make
all the difference to the student whose eyes glaze over at the mention of
theory.
Sheet Music Magazine
A light-hearted yet no-nonsense approach to a subject that often plagues
the music hobbyist and professional alike. The book proves that music
theory doesn't have to be a hair-pulling, nail-biting experience; it can
actually be fun!