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THEORY Information
on techniques, analyses, instruments, and texts that help in learning and
studying music theory. |
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The main
rules for part writing, also called voice leading. Contrapuntal Variation
as a Composition Tool How to use
basic techniques from fugues and canons to improve any compositions. |
Alfred Blatter’s
Instrumentation/Orchestration
is a good introduction and reference tool covering in detail all the main
instruments. Included are descriptions
of the instruments, their ranges, how to write for each, and how to approach
various ensembles. |
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This article discusses a useful approach to composing music. Information on the text by Alfred Blatter and some other useful books. Ideas for maintaining coherence in a composition. Places on the internet to find good discussion about classical music. The main rules for part writing, also called voice leading. Contrapuntal Variation as a
Composition Tool How to use basic techniques from fugues and canons to improve any
compositions. |
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Related Articles in Piano, History, and Composition |
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Theory informs some of the other aspects in composition, piano, and
music history, as shown in the articles below. A short guide to learning how to write pieces of music. Introduction to Classical Music Information on the evolution of classical music, including some of the
great works from each period. Ideas for learning and practicing arpeggios, which help in learning
harmony, developing technique, and improvisation. Ideas for maintaining coherence in a composition. The main rules for part writing, also called voice leading. |
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