Understanding the Language of Music: A Drummer's Guide to Theory and Harmony

(Book). Ever noticed that many of the world's most influential drummers have a deep understanding of music and also know how to play another instrument? Modern Drummer founder and publisher Ron Spagnardi has, and with this new book/CD pack, he sets out to teach drummers the essentials of theory and harmony using a keyboard. He covers: major scales; basic chord structure; inversions; diatonic harmony; chord voicings, extensions and progressions; and more vital topics.

• | Author: Ron Spagnardi
• | Publisher: Modern Drummer
• | Publication Date: Aug 01, 2003
• | Number of Pages: 48 pages
• | Binding: Mixed Media Product
• | ISBN-10: 0634066684
• | ISBN-13: 9780634066689