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Contemporary Musicianship: Analysis and the Artist

by Jennifer Sterling Snodgrass

Music theory connected to history, popular culture, and industry practice

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Music theory connected to history, popular culture, and industry practice

Designed for introductory study, this second edition frames core music-theory principles alongside analysis, music history, composition, and popular culture. Classical works and material from popular artists provide points of reference for examining how musical ideas operate across different traditions. Real-life industry scenarios extend the material beyond abstract exercises, asking students to apply analytical thinking in professional musical contexts. The book’s broad approach positions theory as a practical tool for understanding, discussing, and creating music.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Non-music majors taking an introductory music-theory course
  • Music business or music-industry students
  • Learners interested in connecting classical and popular music through analysis

Themes

Music theoryMusical analysisMusic historyPopular cultureComposition

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Book overview

Contemporary Musicianship, Second Edition, presents traditional music theory and analysis in an innovative manner, combining music history, popular culture, and composition in order to reach a broader audience: the non-music major and the music business/industry student. The text teaches students the basic principles of music theory while incorporating the great works of classical performers and popular artists. It includes real-life scenarios that show students how to think like industry musicians.
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