Theory of Music Made Easy, Grade 7

ABRSM Grade 7 Music Theory – Intermediate

Description:

Theory of Music Made Easy, Grade 7 by Loh Phaik Kheung is a graded music theory textbook designed to guide students through the topics required for the ABRSM Grade 7 Music Theory examination. Building on the material covered in the preceding books, this volume consolidates previously learned concepts while introducing more advanced subjects in a clear, organized, and logical sequence.

At Grade 7, students work with increasingly sophisticated harmony, stylistic writing, melodic continuation, and compositional techniques. The book introduces subjects such as suspensions and retardations, harmonizing a melody from a given bass line, writing in the styles of J.S. Bach and Corelli, continuing a solo instrumental line above keyboard accompaniment, melodic composition in more modern styles, and writing melodies from given chord progressions.

These topics help students move beyond basic theoretical recognition and develop a deeper understanding of harmony, counterpoint, stylistic imitation, instrumental writing, and composition. General exercises are also included to reinforce the material and provide additional practice for students preparing for ABRSM Grade 7 theory.

Product Features:

• ABRSM Grade 7 Preparation: Covers the principal theoretical topics required for students working toward the ABRSM Grade 7 Music Theory examination.
• Consolidates Earlier Knowledge: Reviews and develops material from preceding grades before introducing more advanced theory topics.
• Suspensions and Retardations: Develops understanding of non-chord tones and their function within harmonic writing.
• Harmony from a Given Bass: Includes harmonizing a melody by interpreting and figuring a supplied bass line.
• J.S. Bach Chorale Style: Provides practice in rewriting a chorale passage in the stylistic language associated with J.S. Bach.
• Corelli Trio Sonata Style: Includes stylistic writing based on the characteristics of Corelli's trio sonatas.
• Instrumental Continuation: Develops the ability to continue a given solo instrumental part above a supplied keyboard accompaniment.
• Modern Melodic Composition: Includes melodic composition exercises using more modern stylistic approaches.
• Melody from Chord Progressions: Develops melodic writing skills based on a given harmonic progression.
• General Exercises: Provides additional practice to reinforce Grade 7 theory knowledge and examination preparation.

Learning Tips:

Grade 7 requires students to combine technical knowledge with a stronger sense of musical style. When studying suspensions and retardations, focus on how dissonance is prepared and resolved within the harmony. For Bach-style chorale work, pay careful attention to voice leading, spacing, harmonic progression, and stylistic consistency. When studying Corelli-style writing, observe melodic movement, contrapuntal relationships, and the interaction between the upper parts and bass. In melody-writing exercises, consider phrase structure, contour, rhythm, harmonic direction, and stylistic coherence. Regular score study and comparison with authentic examples by Bach, Corelli, and other composers will greatly strengthen both theoretical understanding and written work.

About the Author:

Loh Phaik Kheung is the author of Theory of Music Made Easy, Grade 7, a graded theory text that develops advanced harmony, stylistic writing, melodic composition, and instrumental-writing skills. The book is organized to help students consolidate earlier theory knowledge while progressing toward the more demanding analytical and compositional work expected at Grade 7 level.

Topics Covered:

1. Suspensions and Retardations
2. Harmonizing a Melody by Figuring a Given Bass Line
3. Rewriting a Chorale Passage in the Style of J.S. Bach
4. Rewriting a Passage in the Style of Corelli's Trio Sonatas
5. Continuation of a Given Solo Instrumental Part Above a Given Keyboard Accompaniment
6. Melodic Compositions in More Modern Styles
7. Writing a Melody Based on the Given Chord Progression
8. General Exercises

Product Details:

• Title : Theory of Music Made Easy, Grade 7
• Author : Loh Phaik Kheung
• Series : Faber Edition
• Subject : Music Theory
• Instrument : Textbook – General
• Language : English
• Product Type : Music Theory Textbook
• Difficulty Level : Intermediate / Grade 7
• Exam Level : ABRSM Grade 7 Music Theory
• Format : Book
• Item Number : 12-MPT300307

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Theory of Music Made Easy, Grade 7 輕鬆學樂理 第7級

ABRSM 第7級音樂樂理 – 中級程度

簡介:

Loh Phaik Kheung《Theory of Music Made Easy, Grade 7 輕鬆學樂理 第7級》是一本針對ABRSM 英國皇家音樂學院第7級樂理考試所需內容編寫的分級樂理教材。本冊建立在前面各級所學知識之上，先統整與鞏固既有概念，再以清楚、有系統且合乎邏輯的方式，引導學生進入更高階的音樂理論主題。

進入第7級後，學生將接觸更深入的和聲、風格寫作、旋律延續與作曲技巧。本書內容包含掛留音與延滯音、依據指定低音進行和聲配置、巴哈風格聖詠寫作、柯賴里三重奏鳴曲風格寫作、在指定鍵盤伴奏上延續獨奏樂器聲部、較現代風格的旋律創作，以及依據指定和弦進行寫作旋律等重要主題。

透過這些內容，學生不只停留在辨認理論知識，而是進一步培養和聲、對位、風格模仿、樂器寫作及作曲方面的理解與實際書寫能力。書中也包含綜合練習，幫助學生鞏固第7級所需的理論內容，並作為 ABRSM 第7級樂理考試準備的一部分。

產品特色:

• ABRSM 第7級樂理準備：涵蓋學生準備 ABRSM 第7級音樂樂理考試所需的主要理論內容。
• 統整並延伸先前知識：先複習與深化前面級數所學，再逐步進入更高階的樂理主題。
• 掛留音與延滯音：建立對非和弦音及其在和聲中功能與解決方式的理解。
• 依指定低音進行和聲配置：練習根據給定低音線條進行和聲判斷與數字標示。
• 巴哈聖詠風格寫作：練習以 J.S. Bach 的聖詠風格重新寫作指定樂段。
• 柯賴里三重奏鳴曲風格：學習依照 Corelli 三重奏鳴曲的風格特徵進行寫作。
• 獨奏樂器聲部延續：在指定鍵盤伴奏之上，練習延續既有的獨奏樂器旋律聲部。
• 現代風格旋律創作：提供較現代音樂語法的旋律創作練習。
• 依和弦進行寫作旋律：培養根據指定和聲進行設計旋律的能力。
• 綜合練習：透過額外練習鞏固第7級理論知識與考試所需能力。

學習提示:

第7級的重點之一，是將理論知識與音樂風格真正結合。學習掛留音與延滯音時，應注意不協和音如何被準備、出現並解決；進行巴哈風格聖詠寫作時，則需特別注意聲部進行、音域配置、和聲連接以及整體風格的一致性。學習柯賴里風格時，可觀察旋律走向、對位關係，以及高聲部與低音之間的互動。進行旋律寫作時，則應同時考量樂句結構、旋律線條、節奏、和聲方向及風格統一。若能經常閱讀並分析巴哈、柯賴里及其他作曲家的實際樂譜範例，將能有效提升理論理解與書寫能力。

作者介紹:

Loh Phaik Kheung為《Theory of Music Made Easy, Grade 7》作者。本冊著重發展較高階的和聲、風格寫作、旋律創作以及樂器聲部寫作能力，透過循序安排，協助學生整合先前已建立的樂理基礎，並逐步進入第7級所要求的分析與創作內容。

學習內容:

1. 掛留音與延滯音（Suspensions and Retardations）
2. 依指定低音線條進行和聲配置與數字標示（Harmonizing a Melody by Figuring a Given Bass Line）
3. 以巴哈風格重新寫作聖詠樂段（Rewriting a Chorale Passage in the Style of J.S. Bach）
4. 以柯賴里三重奏鳴曲風格重新寫作樂段（Rewriting a Passage in the Style of Corelli's Trio Sonatas）
5. 在指定鍵盤伴奏之上延續獨奏樂器聲部（Continuation of a Given Solo Instrumental Part Above a Given Keyboard Accompaniment）
6. 較現代風格的旋律創作（Melodic Compositions in More Modern Styles）
7. 依據指定和弦進行寫作旋律（Writing a Melody Based on the Given Chord Progression）
8. 綜合練習（General Exercises）

書籍詳細資料:

• 書名：Theory of Music Made Easy, Grade 7 輕鬆學樂理 第7級
• 作者：Loh Phaik Kheung
• 系列：Faber Edition
• 科目：音樂樂理
• 樂器別：音樂教材／通用樂理
• 語言：英文
• 產品屬性：音樂樂理教材
• 難易程度：Intermediate 中級／第7級
• 考試程度：ABRSM 第7級音樂樂理
• 裝訂：樂理教材
• Item Number：12-MPT300307

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