The Thorough-Bass Primer: Containing The Explanations And Examples Of The Rudiments Of Harmony (1874)

By John Freckleton Burrowes

Book Overview

The Thorough-Bass Primer is a book written by John Freckleton Burrowes in 1874. The book is a comprehensive guide to the fundamentals of harmony, with a specific focus on the thorough-bass technique. Thorough-bass is a method of composing music that involves adding a bass line to a melody, creating a full, rich sound. In this book, Burrowes provides explanations and examples of the rudiments of harmony, including chord progressions, cadences, and modulation. The book is designed to be a practical guide for musicians, with numerous exercises and examples to help readers develop their skills. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced musician, The Thorough-Bass Primer is an essential resource for anyone interested in the art of harmony.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166436233
• ISBN13: 9781166436230
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 118 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"