The Language of Music (theory book)

The Language of Music
Cover of the 2012 Hal Leonard Publishing edition
AuthorTom Brooks
LanguageEnglish
SubjectMusic
Published2012
Publication placeUnited States
Media typePrint
Pages254
ISBN978-1-45840-294-3
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The Language of Music (2012) is a contemporary music theory book written by Tom Brooks and published by Hal Leonard Publishing.[1] 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.[2] The book also demonstrates concepts using well known pop/rock song examples.[3] It is used as a textbook by college level music theory programs.[4] The book also includes a quick start guide, a chord library appendix, and a DVD with 38 video tutorials by the author.[5]

  1. ^ "The Language of Music, Worship Musician Presents - Hal Leonard Online". www.halleonard.com. Retrieved 1 September 2017.
  2. ^ Language Music Practical Theory Worshipping Musician[dead link]
  3. ^ Brooks, Tom (1 July 2013). The Language of Music. Hal Leonard Books. ISBN 9781458402943. Retrieved 1 September 2017 – via Google Books.
  4. ^ "Hope International University - Bachelor of Music - Music & Worship Arts". www.hiu.edu. Retrieved 25 April 2024.
  5. ^ Son, J.W. Pepper and. "The Language of Music by Tom Brooks- J.W. Pepper Sheet Music". www.jwpepper.com. Retrieved 1 September 2017.