Product Review

Celebrate Theory is a new series that supports the study of music theory at every stage of a student's musical development. Encompassing rudiments, harmony & counterpoint, analysis, and music history, Celebrate Theory is an essential resource for enriching practical studies and developing well-rounded musicianship. Alignment with the Theory Syllabus, 2016 Edition ensures student success in preparing for examinations of The Royal Conservatory Certificate Program.
For students of all instruments, each book in this exciting series presents essential concepts through clear explanations, practical activities, written exercises, and exploration of repertoire. Each student's musical journey is enriched through experiences with creative melody writing, composition, and music appreciation. Selections from The Royal Conservatory repertoire and etudes are included throughout the series to help theory concepts come alive and build a strong foundation for well-rounded musicianship.

New concepts include:
* transposition to any key, up or down
* inversion of intervals
* chromatic, whole-tone, octatonic, pentatonic, blues scales
* diminished, augmented triads; diminished 7th chord
* melody writing in minor keys
* introduction to Romantic and Modern eras.