by Roger Evans (Author)
A basic primer for anyone without musical training who wishes to learn to read musical scores when singing or taking up an instrument, this accessible and complete book covers classical, popular, jazz, and folk music. Well-known pieces are accompanied by a muscial dictionary, a note directory, and a guide to musical signs.
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A basic primer for anyone without musical training who wishes to learn to read musical scores when singing or taking up an instrument. The book explains how notes are named and written; how to read melody, interpret time signatures, keys, sharps, flats, and naturals; how to read tempo; and how to play chords.
Author Biography
Roger Evans has helped nearly half a million readers learn to play an instrument on their own. His books include How to Play Piano and How to Play Keyboards.