The Art of Reharmonization: Advanced Techniques for Modern Harmony using Mapping Tonal Harmony Pro Paperback – October 12, 2023

"The Art of Reharmonization" is a comprehensive course that delves into the fascinating world of reharmonization, offering both beginners and advanced musicians a valuable resource to elevate their music composition and arrangement skills. This book serves as a guide to understanding and mastering the art of creating intricate and harmonically-rich chord progressions.Guided lessons (video tutorials) and audio examples are included with this textbook (via qr-code)This books uses hands-on approach to study and learn the most effective reharmonization techniques in modern harmony, and give you an arsenal of techniques to write and reharmonize harmonic progressions such as:chord substitutions, alternative harmonic paths, authentic, plagal, deceptive and half-cadences, tritone substitutions, secondary functions, backdoor progressions, gospel & blues paths, interpolation, modal interchange, borrowing from minor, considering the target, guide-tone lines, omitted targets, upper structures triads and quartals, inversions, bassline considerations, chord-tones, chord extensions, chordscales, notation & symbolism in harmonic analysis, pedal point, direct and pivot chord modulations, cadential 64 chords and alternatives, appoggiaturas, passing diminished chords, symmetric diminished and tritone system reharmonization, melodic pedal points, and more.At the core of this method is the utilization of the powerful harmony map employed by Mapping Tonal Harmony Pro, a tool that enables musicians to visualize and explore the depths of tonal harmony. Through the text, readers will learn the fundamental principles of tonal harmony, providing the foundation necessary for successful reharmonization.The book systematically breaks down the three key regions in tonality: the tonic, subdominant, and dominant, revealing the secrets to uncovering chords that naturally complement the key of the composition, and how to travel from region to region. By applying these principles, readers will be equipped to craft captivating harmonies that beautifully enhance the original melody.The textbook doesn't require prior access to Mapping Tonal Harmony Pro, as it includes an abundance of images and audio/video examples. However, it is highly recommended for those who wish to delve deeper into the subject and experiment on their own, create unique progressions, explore the extensive library of songs, and listen to how different harmonies sound within the application.Throughout the book, readers will find practical examples and step-by-step instructions to effectively use Mapping Tonal Harmony Pro, providing hands-on experience in crafting various chord progressions and reharmonizations. It's a journey into the world of reharmonization that culminates in the mastery of creating captivating and harmonically-rich music.In addition to the rich content, the book offers audio and video resources. Numbered examples are provided in a video playlist, conveniently organized by units, allowing readers to listen and watch demonstrations of the concepts discussed in the text.Whether you're a musician seeking to enhance your composition skills or simply intrigued by the art of reharmonization, "The Art of Reharmonization" is a must-read guide that unlocks the secrets of tonal harmony and Mapping Tonal Harmony Pro, empowering you to create harmonically captivating music. To fully experience the book's potential, you can also download Mapping Tonal Harmony Pro via the AppStore or the official mDecks Website. Read more