Perfect for everyone from the intermediate musician to the collegiate music major, The Everything Music Theory Book with CD, 2nd Edition is a complete guide to mastering musical understanding! It's a total educational package, with a helpful audio CD, hundreds of illustrations, and challenging practice exercises. Readers learn how: * Chords and scales are constructed * Rhythm works and how to understand complex time signatures * Composers and musicians think about songwriting Each clear, easy-to-understand chapter includes several Etudes. These focused practice exercises test and reinforce readers' newfound understanding of music theory. With this hands-on practice, music enthusiasts will become true musicians in no time! AUTHOR: Marc Schonbrun (San Jose, CA) is an educator, writer, and performer. He lectures on guitar and music technology, and frequently tours the country educating musicians and teachers. He is the author of several books on music, including The Everything Guitar Scales Book with CD and The Everything Guide to Digital Home Recording. SELLING POINTS: *The most comprehensive music theory introduction on the market. includes unique practice exercises (Etudes) and ear training for a more complete educational experience *113 million, or 53 percent of americans over the age of 12, are current or former music makers (Gallup) *Everything music titles have sold more than 300,000 copies, and The Everything Music Theory Book with CD has sold more than 34,000 copies since 2006!.