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A welcome addition to theory education...really excellent material...[contains] foreign word puzzles, worth every penny just for this section alone... Imaginative...good psychology to encourage and inspire pupils. The book is always clear, with concise language so that pupils of any age should be able to work through it with minimum dependence on the teacher. --Rhinegold Music Teacher magazine February 2009
This book by Rachel Billings, who studied at the Royal Northern College of Music, is written in a clear and inviting manner which should appeal to all ages other than the very young.There are many graduated exercises, puzzles and word games, and I particularly like the section that gives an illustrated study of orchestral instruments, their capabilities and range, which prepares the student for the closing section on transposition and simple composition. There are graphs in the opening pages that illustrate the parts of those sections appropriate to each grade and on which page to find them, and boxes to tick off when the student (or teacher) thinks he or she knows that particular feature well enough... Chapter 1 - Notation - begins with intervals as pattern recognition defining the relationship between notes on a stave. Recognition of the shape of intervals is very important for faster note reading and this is very laudably given prominence here. Also very sensibly, the intervals are defined as odd; -line to a space, space to a line - and even; -line to a line and space to a space, a concept that many of use but seldom see written down. Another good feature here is that in order to emphasize that intervals remain the same shape wherever they are on the stave, they have been shown without reference to clefs, so that the student's attention is not deflected to working out which notes they are, rather than simply recognising the shape. There are thirty pages referring to Italian, French and German terms, all punctuated with small drawings, hints on remembering them, tests, games and puzzles, stories where the terms can be fitted in with the text, and several crosswords. This is very well done and extremely thorough; also entertaining enough to encourage all but the most obstinate....In the chapter on Tonality, scales are very sensibly introduced with a large diagram of the Circle of Fifths. I find this always fascinates my pupils - they seem to love the logic of it all - and it's good to find it so clearly explained by Rachel Billings. ...the more I read through this All In One book of theory the more I like it. Even when all the many exercises are completed, it is not a book to be thrown away as we frequently dispose of other completed exercise books.It will remain as an excellent source of reference and one which I can warmly recommend. --EPTA Spring 2011
It really is a fantastic book and long overdue! The fact it is so beautiful is a real bonus... I've never been in love with a theory book before. -- --Anna Winton Mills, Head of Music, Cherry Trees Preparatory School, Risby
This book by Rachel Billings, who studied at the Royal Northern College of Music, is written in a clear and inviting manner which should appeal to all ages other than the very young.There are many graduated exercises, puzzles and word games, and I particularly like the section that gives an illustrated study of orchestral instruments, their capabilities and range, which prepares the student for the closing section on transposition and simple composition. There are graphs in the opening pages that illustrate the parts of those sections appropriate to each grade and on which page to find them, and boxes to tick off when the student (or teacher) thinks he or she knows that particular feature well enough... Chapter 1 - Notation - begins with intervals as pattern recognition defining the relationship between notes on a stave. Recognition of the shape of intervals is very important for faster note reading and this is very laudably given prominence here. Also very sensibly, the intervals are defined as odd; -line to a space, space to a line - and even; -line to a line and space to a space, a concept that many of use but seldom see written down. Another good feature here is that in order to emphasize that intervals remain the same shape wherever they are on the stave, they have been shown without reference to clefs, so that the student's attention is not deflected to working out which notes they are, rather than simply recognising the shape. There are thirty pages referring to Italian, French and German terms, all punctuated with small drawings, hints on remembering them, tests, games and puzzles, stories where the terms can be fitted in with the text, and several crosswords. This is very well done and extremely thorough; also entertaining enough to encourage all but the most obstinate....In the chapter on Tonality, scales are very sensibly introduced with a large diagram of the Circle of Fifths. I find this always fascinates my pupils - they seem to love the logic of it all - and it's good to find it so clearly explained by Rachel Billings. ...the more I read through this All In One book of theory the more I like it. Even when all the many exercises are completed, it is not a book to be thrown away as we frequently dispose of other completed exercise books.It will remain as an excellent source of reference and one which I can warmly recommend. --EPTA Spring 2011
It really is a fantastic book and long overdue! The fact it is so beautiful is a real bonus... I've never been in love with a theory book before. -- --Anna Winton Mills, Head of Music, Cherry Trees Preparatory School, Risby
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A RADICALLY NEW APPROACH which dispenses with rote learning and instead explores music theory through an understanding of simple rules and patterns. Mnemonics, amusing stories and memorable illustrations which reinforce information learnt. Clear, progressive papers, graded checklists (ABRSM and Trinity Guildhall), comprehensive revision papers, fun and highly original games which appeal to students of every age. ( Please note that this book already includes -Music Theory for the Complete Beginner/Reference Booklet- which can also be purchased separately on Amazon).
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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I've been teaching piano and theory for twelve years. Motivating children and young people to master music theory can be challenging. But this book may well be the answer! It's simply outstanding - thorough, attractive and imaginative. And it's also very reasonably priced for what it is. I'd recommend every music teacher to give it a try - I don't believe you'll regret it.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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Such a disappointment that it doesn't provide the model answers! So the parents who bought this to help their children are left in limbo!
Also such a pity that it's supposed to be used with the other corresponding books (see the grade 1-5 series) and they are not available!
Also such a pity that it's supposed to be used with the other corresponding books (see the grade 1-5 series) and they are not available!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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I ordered this based on previous reviews and ordered several more 'traditional' theory books as well. This, in my humble opinion, is the holy grail of theory books. Yes, it costs a little more, but there's over 250 pages. Everything is broken down into it's simplest form, with lots of humorous quizes/puzzles to work through to make sure you can put what you've learnt into context. At no point do you feel you've been over-faced with a concept unlike the more traditional books. My aim is to work through this with my daughter and then go on to the more formal books; not because anything is missing from this book; far from it, it's just the more formal ones train her to what the actual exam is like and what the examiners are looking for. This book is more about the initial learning of theory and presenting it in an accessible form. When i say the 'initial learning', that in no way is meant to indicate this book does not go up to grade 5, because it does. I mean it more in a way that if, like my daughter you have managed to get to grade 5 theory without having done any theory before and are having to start from scratch.
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I bought this book last week to help my daughter with her Grade 5 Theory exam in June. We had read the rave reviews and it seemed to be just what we were looking for. Read more
Published 28 days ago by Carol Ann
Returning to piano playing
Returning to playing piano after 30 years I was very rusty on the theory. This book gave me a good revision but I did find it slightly childish. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jo
The fantastic theory book for all musicians!
This book offers a comprehensive and thorough insight into music theory, and the reason I love it is because it allows for progression through the grades in one book so it saves... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Becs
Excellent quick all-in-one music theory book, with teaching methods...
Excellent quick reference for any learner who has time constraints, but would still like to acquire knowledge of the basic principles of the theory of music. Read more
Published 21 months ago by fourstrings
making learning enjoyable
Rachel Billings deserves much praise for this book. I live in the United States, and used her method with a 9 year old boy. Read more
Published on 16 May 2010 by Kabbalah maven
Fantastic book and great value for money!
All-In-One to Grade 5 is fantastic and I'd recommend it to anyone! I am self-taught and am finding this book very easy to understand and enjoyable. Read more
Published on 25 Mar 2010 by Curidee
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