Harmony: A Course Of Study (1897)

by George Whitefield Chadwick

Book Overview

Harmony: A Course of Study is a book written by George Whitefield Chadwick in 1897. It is a comprehensive guide to understanding the principles of harmony and how they can be applied to music composition. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the basics of harmony, chord progressions, modulation, and counterpoint. It also includes exercises and examples to help readers practice and apply the concepts they have learned. The book is divided into three parts. The first part covers the basics of harmony, including scales, intervals, and chords. The second part focuses on chord progressions and modulation, explaining how to create interesting and effective chord progressions and how to transition between different keys. The third part covers counterpoint, which is the art of combining different melodies to create a harmonious composition. Harmony: A Course of Study is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both beginners and more experienced musicians. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in music composition, whether for personal enjoyment or as a professional pursuit.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164665413
• ISBN13: 9781164665410
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"