{"product_id":"2940148233817","title":"Music Composition 101","description":"Become a Composer Today\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Problem\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost books about music composition are not really about composition. They are about specific points on music theory, or they are written for grade school classes. They either assume too much or too little. They are too dense or too thin.\u003cbr\u003eThe Solution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinally, a book for everyone frustrated with learning how to compose music. Are you just getting into music composition? Have you been composing for a few years but don't know where to go? Are you an advanced composer, but loosing direction or motivation? Music Composition 101 is for you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSince August 2011, www.artofcomposing.com has been helping people on their path towards becoming a great composer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJust read a recent comment from the website --\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s quite surprising that you haven’t got much recognition. I’ve looked hard and there really aren’t any websites that cover such a wide range of music information as this. You have done more than any of those heavy theory books will ever do. I think you’ve revealed the fun, interesting side of composing and made it within the reach of anyone- rather than the boring side that can only be attempted by advanced professors. You help us believe that we can produce the same compositions as people with degrees. I believe that one day Art Of Composing will be the site that every budding composer visits regularly.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is a compilation of the very best of www.artofcomposing.com. Taken from articles over the first year, they explain the fundamentals of composing, the mental aspects of being a composer, and some very down to earth introductions to music theory. This is a one stop shop for learning the art of music composition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Mental Game of Composing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComposing is not just some mysterious thing that happens in the brains of geniuses. Normal people can do it too. Approach the topic from the right frame of mind and see your compositions become great.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMusic Theory\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dreaded music theory… but it doesn't have to be dreaded anymore. In this chapter, get an overview of the vast world of music theory. Learn about music form, harmony, and why you should know the fundamentals to start with.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMusic theory topics covered:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFundamentals\u003cbr\u003eReasons to learn music theory\u003cbr\u003eMaking your melody and harmony match up\u003cbr\u003eA bird's eye view of musical form\u003cbr\u003eMusical Phrases\u003cbr\u003eThe Musical Sentence\u003cbr\u003eThe Musical Period\u003cbr\u003eSmall Ternary Form\u003cbr\u003eSmall Binary Form\u003cbr\u003eDiatonic Harmony\u003cbr\u003eChromatic Harmony\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTools and Resources\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tools and resources section will help you get composing quickly and efficiently. You'll also find tons of great places to get free (and legal) classical music.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome Tools and Resources Discussed:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNotation Software\u003cbr\u003eWhere to get free musical scores\u003cbr\u003eOrchestration resources\u003cbr\u003eRecommended books about composing music\u003cbr\u003eSetting up your very own composing studio in your house\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBonus: Get $5 off the asking price for Composing Music in Sonata Form\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMusic Composition 101 -- take your composing to the next level.","brand":"Art of Composing, LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072636764400,"sku":"2940148233817","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940148233817_p0.jpg?v=1763698854","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940148233817","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}