Theory And Practice Of Musical Composition (1860)

Theory and Practice of Musical Composition is a comprehensive guide to the principles and techniques of music composition, written by Adolf Bernhard Marx and first published in 1860. The book covers a wide range of topics, including harmony, counterpoint, form, melody, rhythm, and orchestration. Marx draws on the works of prominent composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven to illustrate his points, and provides numerous examples and exercises for the reader to practice. The book is divided into three parts: the first part focuses on the basic principles of music theory, including scales, intervals, and chords. The second part covers the principles of harmony and counterpoint, including chord progressions, voice leading, and the use of dissonance. The third part explores the principles of form, melody, rhythm, and orchestration, and includes discussions of musical genres such as the sonata, symphony, and opera.Overall, Theory and Practice of Musical Composition is a valuable resource for composers, music students, and anyone interested in the art of music composition. It provides a thorough and detailed exploration of the principles and techniques of music composition, and is written in a clear and accessible style that makes it easy to understand and apply.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.