ISBN: 9781333796952 - extempore playing: forty lessons in the art of keyboard composing (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the art of improvising music on the keyboard, a skill considered essential for organists, enriching for pianists, and valuable for any music teacher. The author tackles the subject by providing a systematic approach to understanding the building blocks of music, breaking down complex concepts into digestible lessons. The book delves into the fundamentals of harmony, exploring how chords are formed, connected, and used to create phrases and periods. The author introduces the concept of "tone-families" and emphasizes the importance of meticulous detail in musical composition. Throughout the book, the author draws on the principles of classical music, incorporating examples from renowned composers like Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven to illustrate key concepts. The reader is guided through various aspects of harmony, from the basics of triads to the use of suspensions, passing notes, and dominant sevenths. The book also delves into the complexities of modulation and provides practical exercises to aid the reader in acquiring improvisational skills. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the art of keyboard composition, offering readers a historical context within the framework of classical music theory while also emphasizing the practical application of these concepts. The author's clear and systematic approach empowers readers to develop their own musical voice and embark on a journey of improvisational mastery. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…