Cómo leer música

by Harry Baxter

Music enthusiasts of all skill and knowledge levels will benefit greatly from this practical handbook on the fundamentals of music theory. With clear and thorough explanations of basic musical concepts, from scales and keys to vocal writing, this guide provides easy logical steps to reading and writing music for those wishing to learn how to play an instrument or expand their musical knowledge.

Genres: Music, Reference, Nonfiction, Teaching

256 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2001

Reviews

[ReadyOrNot · Rating 5 out of 5]

A nice intro to the basics of music theory. I learned some things about notation that had eluded me.

[Lisa Driskill · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am sure it is a fine book, but it was way over my head!

[Randall · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not terrible, but the language is dated and hard to follow. Might be a good accompaniment (haha) for a class on theory, but not a good standalone.

[Katy Lovejoy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Still don't think I can read music

[Shijshi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Breve introducción a la lectura musical y a la teoría como tal

[Jorge · Rating 2 out of 5]

The book was given to me by my friend Jeronimo. No doubt the offer had the best of intentions: provide me with the basics to read a stave.
But mainly because my inability , that goal did not materialize. Although I have learned something about music, I was very far from being able to interpret a stave even if it is a very simple one.
It's not that the book is not quite didactic, notably by the end of each chapter a Q&A is provided.
But I think the book is not as elementary as my level of musical knowledge required. On the other hand the use of the English language, to me very technical, has created additional difficulties.

Nevertheless my thanks to Jeronimo, remains :-)

[David Melbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book conveniently has thirteen chapters, so I divided it up into a a chapter a month, or so. It was fun to refresh my memory and this has indeed put me back into writing music again. I am craving more!

[Tammam Aloudat · Rating 4 out of 5]

Brilliant. Difficult at times but a good explanation of how to read music. To be read again and again.