Contemporary Chord Workbook 1

This is a fill-in-answer style workbook covering all types of triads and four-note chords found in both Classical and Modern music. It not only develops a knowledge of chords but also demonstrates the relationship of chords to scale and keys. An answer book is also now available! (MMP 8055)

It is designed to complement and follow on from Contemporary Theory Workbooks one and two, and to be used in conjunction with the Contemporary Piano Method. Each type of chord is thoroughly explained from several different points of view and sufficient exercises are set to enable the student to gain a thorough understanding of chords in all keys.

  • Comprehensive guide to chords
  • Includes Modes
  • Suitable for all instruments

    Book One: The Building Blocks of Chords, plus all three and four-note chords.

    Book Two: Extended Chords - Ninths, Elevenths and Thirteenths.

    I've been a very appreciative reader of your Contemporary Chord Workbooks ( 1 and 2 ) They are two of the most helpful books on music that I've read.

    'I now compose, when I can, but always remember how straightforward and logical your books were. And, how much I needed them! I'm so pleased to have found you online!

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    - Andrew Havryliv

    'Margaret Brandman has put together a magnificent basic theory text for all instruments. She skillfully lays out the immovable rocks of knowledge that support all western music - pop, jazz, classical, jazz-rock etc...'

    -Bruce Clark, jazz guitarist, improviser and music educator

    'In her Contemporary Chord Workbook Book 1, Brandman yet again succeeds in making the language, structure and application of modern chords readily accessible to teachers and students....

    ....It should be an essential item on every piano student's music shelf.'

    - Abe Cytrynowski - ANZCA Examiner, Stretto Magazine - 2002

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