Harmony And Analysis (1908)

Harmony and Analysis is a book written by Kenneth McPherson Bradley in 1908. It is a comprehensive guide to understanding the principles of music theory and analysis. The book is divided into two parts: the first part deals with harmony, and the second part deals with analysis.The first part of the book covers the basics of harmony, including the study of chords, chord progressions, and modulation. The author explains the different types of chords and their functions, and how they can be used to create musical tension and release. He also discusses the importance of melody and how it interacts with harmony.The second part of the book focuses on analysis, which is the process of breaking down a piece of music into its individual components in order to understand its structure and meaning. The author provides a detailed analysis of several musical compositions, including works by Bach, Beethoven, and Mozart. He explains how to identify the different elements of a piece of music, such as its form, melody, harmony, and rhythm.Overall, Harmony and Analysis is a valuable resource for anyone interested in music theory and analysis. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both beginners and advanced students of music. The book is also accompanied by numerous examples and exercises, making it an excellent tool for self-study or classroom use.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.