B102 Simple Theory (PDF book download)

A practical guide to notes, intervals, scales, chords, and chord progressions

"Over the years that I have been a musician, this information has been the most valuable resource I've found for understanding and appreciating music. It has also helped tremendously with learning new songs and composing music of my own. I'm convinced that a basic grasp of these simple music theory concepts will help you to become a better dulcimer player and all around musician. You will learn a lot about what you've been playing, not just how to play it. This gives you the tools to build not only a more extensive repertoire, but also a lasting appreciation and love of dulcimer music, and music in general."

Table of Contents:
Part One - An Introduction to Music Theory
Introduction
Using the Keyboard
Using the Dulcimer Fretboard
Part Two - Five "Keys" to Music Theory
I. Notes
II. Intervals
III. Scaled & Modes
IV. Chords
V. Chord Progressions
Part Three - Appendices
Appendix A - Standard Notation
& Dulcimer Tablature Guide
Appendix B - Key Signatures
Appendix C - Scales & Modes
Appendix D - Note & Rest Time Values,
& Time Signatures
Appendix E - 3 String Chord Charts
Appendix F - 4 String Chord Charts

Glossary

Published by Tindle Music Company
Copyright © 2003 Tindle Music Company. All rights reserved
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