--- product_id: 4076334 title: "The Everything Reading Music: A Step-By-Step Introduction To Understanding Music Notation And Theory (Everything® Series)" brand: "marc schonbrun" price: "231.30 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4076334-the-everything-reading-music-a-step-by-step-introduction-to store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # The Everything Reading Music: A Step-By-Step Introduction To Understanding Music Notation And Theory (Everything® Series) **Brand:** marc schonbrun **Price:** 231.30 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Everything Reading Music: A Step-By-Step Introduction To Understanding Music Notation And Theory (Everything® Series) by marc schonbrun - **How much does it cost?** 231.30 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4076334-the-everything-reading-music-a-step-by-step-introduction-to) ## Best For - marc schonbrun enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted marc schonbrun brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Everything Reading Music: A Step-By-Step Introduction To Understanding Music Notation And Theory (Everything® Series) ## Images ![The Everything Reading Music: A Step-By-Step Introduction To Understanding Music Notation And Theory (Everything® Series) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51mraHhPrqL.jpg) ![The Everything Reading Music: A Step-By-Step Introduction To Understanding Music Notation And Theory (Everything® Series) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51-H+fyAIRL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Received earlier than expected. *by F***. on Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2023* Bought this for my husband, showed up a day early. Excellent condition. Wrapped up nicely with cardboard so pages wouldn't bend. Very pleased. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Understanding Music Notation and Theory *by J***N on Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2010* -----I've been reading this book now for well over a year and have been using it as a supplement for (self-) studying the piano. "The Everything Reading Music Book" is really two books in one. The first nine chapters (125 pages) cover reading music notation. The second part of the book covers music theory. This is an added bonus. I also have the same series "Music Theory" book and the information from both books tend to compliment each other. Currently I am on Chapter 17 (see below).The beginning of the book contains an interesting explanation of the differences between 'cognitive' and 'experiential' learning as well as including the author's goals and approach in making sure the reader gets the most out of the book.Here is a breakdown of each Chapter:1. The Written Note2. The Elements3. Beating Rhythm4. The Long and Short of Rests5. Meter and Time6. Conquering Rhythm7. The Language of Music8. Expression Markings and Other Music Symbols9. Instrument Specific Notation10. Keys and Key Signatures11. Major Scales12. Minor Scales13. Musical Intervals14. Triads, Chords, Arpeggios and Seventh Chords15. Basic Harmony16. Major Scale Chord Progressions17. Advanced Chord Progressions18. Other Scales19. Transposing Instruments20. Reading Lead SheetsAppendix A: Scale and Chord ReferenceAppendix B: Ranges of Common InstrumentsAppendix C: Solutions to Exercises---This book is an excellent resource and gets a lot of use. I have found that reading, initially, was very difficult but that it becomes easier with time. This experience is perhaps best summarized with the author's own words:"This book is not just about "reading" music, it's also about the information you can learn when you have the ability to read music. Theory, scales, modes, arpeggios, composing and arranging are all tied into reading and documenting music."also:"The general parts about reading music are just that - general! It is not a substitute for methods and manuals that train you to play a particular instrument. Studying music symbology here will make your experience using any other music book easier and more rewarding."---Besides devoting the second half of the book to Music Theory, there is a large section on Rhythm. It includes Thirty-Four (34) playing exercises (Tracks 1 - 34 on the CD) over the course of four chapters (Chapters 3-6, see above) or about fifty pages. For example:Track One starts with an exercise of counting quarter notes.Track Five explains eighth and sixteenth note beaming.Track Eight counts eighth note triplets.Track Twelve covers quarter, half and whole note rests.etc.The topic concludes with a four-exercise test (see Fig. 6-17 through 6-20 : tracks 31-34), entitled "Practicing Common Rhythms" which is designed to familiarize the reader with the most frequent groupings encountered.The author also thoughtfully includes additional resources (see page 74) for those interested in studying Advanced Rhythm.*HINT* If you have difficulty with any of the rhythm exercises, for example on Tracks 20-22 (see page 62-63) there are combined eighth and sixteenth note groupings, just break out your metronome and set it to the slowest speed (40-60 bpm) working your way forward. Once you reach 100 bpm, compare your work with the CD recording.ADDITIONALLY:· The book CD includes 99 separate playing exercises.· The first 34 are rhythm accompaniments (snare drum & metronome)· The rest are performed on digital piano.· It is important to read each section carefully and complete each exercise.· All exercises are meant to be played as well as listened to.· Playing and reading music is a lifetime activity. Enjoy the process!CONCLUSION:Music is a Language and learning a new language is not easy. However, if one is sincere about wanting to learn then there is no barrier (including yourself!) that can stand in your way. In short, learning to read will increase the enjoyment and possibilities for you. This book will help explain your notation questions in an easy-to-understand manner and was written with the beginner in mind.-----~ ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ LOVE IT! *by A***R on Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2022* I love this book with the included CD! All books of this type absolutely MUST have the cd included. Very thoroughly explained-every track recorded. There is a uncompleted section on track 29. He only completes one measure. Recommend. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4076334-the-everything-reading-music-a-step-by-step-introduction-to](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4076334-the-everything-reading-music-a-step-by-step-introduction-to) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-05-01*