Musical Composition

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Craft and Art

By Alan Belkin

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In Musical Composition by Alan Belkin, the author explores the intricate art of creating music, covering essential elements such as melody, harmony, and form. The book provides insights into the creative process, blending theoretical knowledge with practical techniques to inspire composers at all levels. It's a comprehensive guide for those eager to understand how musical pieces come together.
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You might enjoy this book if you are passionate about understanding the craft of creating music and wish to explore comprehensive guidance on compositional techniques. It could particularly appeal to aspiring composers, music students, or anyone with a keen interest in the artistic and theoretical elements of musical creation.

Description

Musical Composition is an invaluable introduction to the art and craft of musical composition from a distinguished teacher and composer.

This essential guide is designed to familiarise beginning composers with principles and techniques applicable to a broad range of musical styles, from concert pieces to film scores and video game music. Unique in its style-neutral approach, the book not only presents the commonly known classical forms but also offers invaluable guidance on developing and connecting musical ideas, building to a climax, and understanding other fundamental formal principles.

Whether used in the classroom or for independent study, Musical Composition serves as an indispensable resource for aspiring composers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780300218992

Publisher: Yale University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 August 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Yale University Press

Illustration: 125 b-w illus.

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 363g

Pages: 272

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Alan Belkin Arts & Culture Non-Fiction

About the Author

Alan Belkin taught musical composition at the University of Montreal for more than three decades. Thousands of students from around the world have used his free online music textbooks at www.alanbelkinmusic.com. His music has been performed in Canada, the United States, Japan, and Europe.