Finding music practice intimidating?
Music theory can be daunting, and many musicians are unsure where to begin. Adrian Valia’s ‘Music Theory Made Simple’ offers a straightforward yet comprehensive approach to music theory. With its vibrant layout, interactive tools, QR codes, and quizzes, it provides an enjoyable and intuitive way to learn music theory.
Adrian is an award-winning multi-instrumentalist, jazz theorist, composer, and instructor. He is also one of our favorite music content creators. Last summer, we collaborated with Adrian to discuss the importance of rhythm and how he incorporates metronomes and Core into his workflow.
“Music Theory Made Simple” effectively demystifies music theory in a unique and accessible manner. It is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their music theory knowledge and unlock new creative potential. The book's chapters cover three main topics: rhythm, melody, and harmony. It includes in-depth explorations of rhythm basics, interval inversions, the circle of fifths, and modulations, among others. Don't be intimidated by the terminology; this book guides you through everything step by step!
Final thoughts
On a personal note, Adrian Valia’s ‘Music Theory Made Simple’ possesses a level of authenticity and personality that is often hard to find in educational books. Adrian emphasizes that music theory is a means of expressing our emotions and describes it as “a set of tools that allows you to understand and articulate the language of music,” rather than something reserved for the elite.
We highly recommend following his Instagram page for a glimpse of his colorful and intuitive teaching style (@adrian.valia). Better yet, get the book and embark on your music journey!
Adrian Valia’s ‘Music Theory Made Simple’ is available for US$21.99 or US$11.99 for the Kindle version. You can find it globally on Amazon or at the following bookstores in the US and Canada.
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