The Beginner’s Guide to Harmony [Paperback] Percy Alfred Scholes

Description

Front cover is detached from book. Cover is well worn with fading, creases, tape, tears, and discoloration. Name written on inside cover. Pages are clean inside and worn discolored around outer edges. Some page corners are bend. Page corners Binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of “The Beginner’s Guide to Harmony” by Percy Alfred Scholes offers a glimpse into the rich history of music education. Published in the early 20th century, this book became a seminal work for aspiring musicians seeking to understand the fundamentals of harmony and composition. Scholes, a renowned British musicologist and educator, aimed to make the complex concepts of harmony accessible to beginners through his clear and methodical approach.

Despite its age and wear, this copy bears the marks of a cherished resource, with handwritten notes and well-thumbed pages suggesting its role in shaping the musical journeys of generations of students. The detached front cover and discolored edges speak to the countless hours spent poring over its pages, as learners grappled with the intricacies of chord progressions and voice leading.

For collectors and music enthusiasts alike, this edition represents a piece of living history – a testament to the enduring pursuit of musical knowledge and the timeless appeal of Scholes’ pedagogical approach. Its imperfections only add to its charm, inviting readers to imagine the countless harmonies that have been unlocked within its pages.