Lora Benner

A first-year theory resource that works, creating interest through worksheets and music writing. For piano, piano class, or instruction on any instrument.

Continuing in this series, with emphasis on melody and harmony by discussing the make-up of scales and chords (triads).

Relative minor scales, cadences, chord progression, modulation, intervals, figured bass.

Introduction to form in simple examples of the Baroque, Classical and Romantic periods; counterpoint and simple four-part harmonic composition for the student.

Continuation of form through phrase/period construction; introduction of modes and polyrhythms.