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    The Elements of Music: Melody, Rhythm and Harmony
    The Elements of Music: Melody, Rhythm and Harmony
    The Elements of Music: Melody, Rhythm and Harmony
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    The Elements of Music: Melody, Rhythm and Harmony

    By Jason Martineau

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    What is the secret code behind so many musical compositions? How do you substitute chords to create greater musical complexity? Why is music so good at playing with people's emotions? In this compact book, composer and pianist Jason Martineau presents the elements of music in clear and comprehensible terms. Packed with superb diagrams and a wealth of fascinating hard-to-come-by musical tips, this is a great primer, and an invaluable resource for novice and professional alike. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherWooden Books
    Release dateMay 20, 2021
    ISBN9781912706082
    The Elements of Music: Melody, Rhythm and Harmony

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      This copy is unreadable. There is a technical issue with the text overlapping. Please correct.

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      It's mpossible to read. Accumulated paragraph lines. So bad. Sorry.

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