Music Theory 101: From Keys and Scales to Rhythm and Melody, an Essential Primer

<b>Learn the basics of music theory in this comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide.</b> <p/>From classical to hard rock, and jazz to hip hop, music is constantly evolving, but many of the basics have stayed the same. Understanding these basics is key to becoming a successful musician and well-rounded music lover. <p/><i>Music Theory 101</i> covers everything novice musicians and lifelong learners need to know, including: <p/>-How to read sheet music<br> -Understanding the construction of chords and scales<br> -The different rhythm and time signatures<br> -How keys are identified and organized <p/>Full of music trivia, music history, comprehensive instruction, and visual aids of scales, music symbols, and chords throughout, <i>Music Theory 101</i> is the essential guide you need for a crash course in music theory that even professional musicians would envy.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Brian Boone, Marc Schonbrun<br><b>Publisher:</b> Adams Media Corporation<br><b>Published:</b> 08/08/2017<br><b>Pages:</b> 256<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.80lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 7.20h x 5.20w x 0.90d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9781507203668<br><p><b>About the Author</b><br>Brian Boone is an editor and writer for the bestselling Uncle John's Bathroom Reader line of trivia and humor books. He wrote <i>I Love Rock n' Roll (Except When I Hate It)</i> and coauthored <i>American Inventions: Big Ideas That Changed Modern Life</i> and <i>How to Make Paper Airplanes</i>. He has contributed to