Have you ever thought that music theory is not for you? Then read on. In one of the most comprehensive and wide-ranging studies of its kind ever written, the text of this book moves from basic principles to advanced techniques with an authority drawn from over 45 years of professional experience.Every aspect of composing and arranging is examined in great detail in over 300 pages supported by more than 600 diagrams and musical examples. This volume was 6 years in preparation and is now presented in its extended form. The first two editions sold to some of the most prestigious colleges and universities in the world and attracted many favourable testimonials.FREE 45 page score included.