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Music Theory 101, Adams 101

Learn the basics of music theory in this comprehensive and accessible guide.

From classical to hard rock, and jazz to hip hop, music is constantly evolving. But its fundamental principles remain largely unchanged. Understanding these basics is key to becoming a successful musician, composer, or well-rounded music lover. Music Theory 101 covers everything novice musicians and lifelong learners need to know, including:

-How to read sheet music

-Understanding the construction of chords and scales

-The different rhythm and time signatures

-How keys are identified and organized

Full of music trivia, music history, comprehensive instruction, and visual aids of scales, music symbols, and chords, Music Theory 101 is the essential guide you need for a crash course in music theory that even professional musicians would envy.

Brian Boone, Marc Schonbrun

Brian Boone is an editor and writer for the bestselling Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader line of trivia and humor books. He wrote I Love Rock n’ Roll (Except When I Hate It) and coauthored American Inventions: Big Ideas That Changed Modern Life and How to Make Paper Airplanes. He has contributed to How Stuff Works, Barnes & Noble Reads, McSweeney’s, Splitsider, Someecards, The Onion, Adult Swim, and Funny or Die. He lives in Oregon with his family.

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