Hans Renner

Grundlagen der Musik

Up to now, the knowledge of fundamental terms and contexts has been a necessary condition in order to understand and enjoy music. Renner's introduction to music theory presented here in a completely revised new edition has proven to be an effective means to impart such basic knowledge for decades. Questions of acoustics, notation, harmony, counterpoint and musical form, musical instruments as well as of time, rhythm, tempo, dynamics, melody and ornaments are dealt with in an easily understandable manner. This reliable, clearly arranged textbook is now available again for every music lover and everybody interested in music.