Carousel's theory publications include the rare Tchaikovsky Harmony book, plus Asger Hamerik's Musician's Theory Book, a reference to fundamentals, harmony, counterpoint, fugue and form. Also included are elementary theory books and a Musician's Guide toCopyright and Publishing by Dr. Willis Wager.

RARE TCHAIKOVSKY WORK REDISCOVERED
A rare and unique book, relatively unknown and inaccessible for many years is now available in a new special edition.
GUIDE TO THE PRACTICAL STUDY OF HARMONY was written by Tchaikovsky for his own students at the Moscow Conservatory during the last century. It presents the great Russian composer's views on real music as he was experiencing, conceiving and writing it. Though actually "lost" this excellent and highly informative work has remained so little known that one can only wonder at how many other musical treasures of this magnitude await discovery by serious students of music.
Fascinating for its historical value, the text is, above all, a brilliant and instructive guide to the intricasies of musical harmony. It contains explanations, examples and exercises arranged in such a way that it can be used with a class, in private instruction, or by the individual musician.
Tchaikovsky's Guide, now being offered in English translation, is a complete course in writing music. In it you will discover the marvelous insights into music which only a master composer could offer us. [1518] $16.95

THE MUSICIAN'S THEORY BOOK by Asger Hamerik, is one of the most comprehensive books available today on music theory. It covers fundamentals of music, harmony, counterpoint, fugue and form.
The text was written by Asger Hamerik, born near Copenhagen in the last century. Hamerik studied with the Danish composer Nils Gade and later with Hans von Bulow in Berlin. His compositions were performed in Scandinavian cities, Paris and Milan. He is said to have been Berlioz's only pupil. Early in 1871 he came to the U.S. as director of the Peabody Conservatory, where for 27 years he was a most forceful leader as teacher, conductor, composer and - in this instance, theorist.
The Musician's Theory Book is the text Hamerik used at the Conservatory. It represents the work of a real musician in the midst of the real world, yet testing with actual pupils for over a quarter-century what they can "get" and what they cannot. The book is clear, concise and practical - an outstanding reference book for any musician.
[1507] $16.95

MUSIC THEORY IN PRACTICE [1001] will have you writing tunes in virtually no time. Now, almost anyone can try his hand at composing and through this gain understanding of the way music works. This book takes you gently from basic theory and notation to actual practice and melody writing. It's written in clear, simple language and specially designed to make learning about music an enjoyable and exciting experience. It's for adults and children; home and school. It has been thoroughly tested in the classroom and has proven itself to be a practical and effective educational tool. But it's also just plain fun. Perfect for anyone who wants to discover the joys of music. Music Theory in Practice is a book that will open new horizons for anyone who is willing to try. $7.95

MY FIRST THEORY BOOK: Note Names for Coloring [1727A] Delightful book for children. In each lesson theory is tucked between everything a child enjoys: animal pictures for coloring, matching notes with animals and singing little songs. Companion book to Note Names Write on Board. $7.95

MUSICIAN'S GUIDE TO COPYRIGHT AND PUBLISHING [1012] As a musician your knowledge probably spans the fields of harmony, melody and rhythm. And should something "pop up" that you question - chances are there's a book on your shelf which can help lead you to the answer. But what about questions referring to publishing and copyright? Is this information available to you in a clear cut, readable format? Probably, if you glance at your books, the answer is no.
A Musician's Guide to Copyright and Publishing provides answers to many basic questions. For instance, what should be done with a new song? Mail it to myself? Register it in Washington? Send it to a publisher? Are there conditions under which things can be xeroxed? - if so, what are they?
Dr. Willis Wager, author of the "Guide", was for 7 years a full time editor for a leading New York music publisher and subsequently had a great deal of experience with various publishing firms. He knew publishing from the inside out. His expertise together with his very delightful, witty style creates for you not only an informative guide, but a book which is a pleasure to read. It is an invaluable source of information for the musician and certainly belongs in any collection of music books. $12.95

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