Basic Materials in Music Theory: A Programed Course

by Paul O. Harder, Greg A. Steinke

For one-semester, freshman-level courses in Basic Musicianship, Music Fundamentals, or Music Foundations; and for graduate courses in theory review. This classic, self-paced, auto-instructional introduction to music fundamentals allows students to work independently through a programmed format, allowing instructors to concentrate on the more creative aspects of their course. From the wealth of clearly laid-out lessons and exercises, students receive continual feedback and reinforcement as they work through the sequence at their own pace. The result is a more productive and enjoyable teaching and learning experience for all, both in and out of the classroom.

Genres: Music, Nonfiction

Paperback

First published January 1, 1986

Reviews

[Royce]

Great introductory book about music theory, programmed so that you test yourself as you go. (But then can see the answers immediately so you can see if you have the right idea or not.)

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

Back in college a friend told me he was writing music for piano as a final project for a class in music theory. He had taken many years of piano and thought it was fun and interesting. Just follow the rules and you get something that doesn't sound terrible. He said anyone could do it. So me, with my one year of elementary school cello, signed up. I was immediately in over my head dealing with scales, notes, and theory. It was like a math class without numbers. But I persevered and I too finished up the class with music that I wrote that didn't sound terrible. I couldn't play it, but my friend could. This was one of the two books we used for that course.

[Danielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is a nice music theory book

It is a nice introductory music theory book. I wish they had more of explanation and chapters. Overall, it is a good aid in studying theory.

[Brian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great music theory book. Most people don't care though.