The Language of Music (theory book)
Cover of the 2012 Hal Leonard Publishing edition | |
| Author | Tom Brooks |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Subject | Music |
| Published | 2012 |
| Publication place | United States |
| Media type | |
| Pages | 254 |
| ISBN | 978-1-45840-294-3 |
| Website | tombrooksmusic.com--> |
The Language of Music (2012) is a contemporary music theory book written by Tom Brooks and published by Hal Leonard Publishing. The book explains principles used in modern music starting at a foundational level (Basic Building Blocks of Music) and progressing to topics such as Chord Building, Transposition, Cadences, Modes, and Chord Substitution. The book also demonstrates concepts using well known pop/rock song examples. It is used as a textbook by college level music theory programs. The book also includes a quick start guide, a chord library appendix, and a DVD with 38 video tutorials by the author.