An accepted authority on the evolution of the English language. This work traces the usage of words through 2.4 million quotations from a range of international English language sources. Accompanying each definition is a chronologically arranged group of quotations that trace the usage of words, and show the contexts in which they can be used.

Spanning the entire theory course, this volume begins with coverage of basic concepts of theory and harmony, and moves into coverage of advanced dissonance and chromaticism.

In this remarkable study, now an established classic which has remained in print since its first publication in 1971, Charles Rosen surveys the language of the music of the classical period. He concentrates on the three major figures of the time - Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven - because 'it is in terms of their achievements that the musical vernacular can best be defined'. He follows the ...

Suitable for music theory courses, this title emphasizes practicality and ease of use for both the student and the instructor. It includes a collection of audio examples on CD and also an Instructor's Manual.

This work offers material for students to create a full orchestral score by choosing the appropriate instruments, instrumental combinations and instrumental techniques. New to this edition are a range of music examples, and a chapter on scoring for wind bands.