Basic Elements of Music

Michael J. Pagliaro

doi:10.5771/9781442257801

Basic Elements of Music

A Primer for Musicians, Music Teachers, and Students

Published 2016

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doi.org/10.5771/9781442257801
ISBN print: 978-1-4422-5779-5
ISBN online: 978-1-4422-5780-1
Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham

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Abstract

Basic Elements of Music introduces readers to a wide range of knowledge essential for a well-rounded understanding of music. This primer surveys the history of music and the composers who made that history; the history of instrument families and how the instruments function; an introduction to the science of sound and sound production; the various types of ensembles; and the fundamentals of music theory, form in music, musical notation, and music vocabulary.

Accessible, yet detailed and comprehensive, Michael Pagliaro’s handbook is an excellent guide for music lovers, instructors, and students in any music program. As an introduction to music for the layman, a refresher for music teachers planning lessons, or an enrichment source for professional musicians seeking broader music knowledge, this book is an invaluable addition to any library.

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Preface
- Contents
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction
1–20 Chapter 1. An Overview of the History of Music 1–20
21–30 Chapter 2. Sound Production 21–30
31–34 Chapter 3. Non-fretted String Instruments Defined 31–34
35–48 Chapter 4. The History of Non-fretted String Instruments 35–48
49–58 Chapter 5. How Non-fretted String Instruments Work 49–58
59–66 Chapter 6. Brass Instruments Defined 59–66
67–76 Chapter 7. The History of Brass Instruments 67–76
77–82 Chapter 8. How Brass Instruments Work 77–82
83–86 Chapter 9. Woodwind Instruments Defined 83–86
87–94 Chapter 10. The History of Woodwind Instruments 87–94
95–118 Chapter 11. How Woodwind Instruments Work 95–118
119–124 Chapter 12. Percussion Instruments Defined 119–124
125–130 Chapter 13. The History of Percussion Instruments 125–130
131–144 Chapter 14. How Percussion Instruments Work 131–144
145–152 Chapter 15. Form in Music 145–152
153–166 Chapter 16. Music Theory 153–166
167–170 Chapter 17. Ensembles 167–170
171–180 Chapter 18. Anatomy of an Opera 171–180
181–186 Chapter 19. The Role of the Conductor 181–186
187–192 Conclusion 187–192
193–200 Index 193–200
201–202 About the Author 201–202

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