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This is extremely interesting in concept; I know essentially nothing about music theory and have been interested in learning more about it, and a logical/mathem
by Gormo 14y ago
This is extremely interesting in concept; I know essentially nothing about music theory and have been interested in learning more about it, and a logical/mathematical approach sounds perfect.
But is the book suitable for someone seeking to acquire a foundational knowledge of music theory, or does it require some level of pre-existing understanding?
I ask because most of the material on the page refers to learning "more" about music, and the sample material does seem to assume some background knowledge in musical notation, etc.
If this isn't suitable as an entry-level primer on music theory, can anyone recommend some other works to read first?
- kroger 14y agoIn theory you should be fine but it's hard for me to tell. You could use the book and supplement the things you don't know with Wikipedia (I even recommend a few articles in the book). Have you tried the sample?
- Gormo 14y agoI've looked at the sample, and found some of it to rely on prior knowledge, but perhaps it will be fine if I have appropriate reference material handy. I'll go ahead and get a copy.