Question 1

Can you learn music theory from a book?

Caleb J. Murphy · Accepted Answer

Yes, definitely. Books are a good medium for learning music theory because everything you need to know is laid out on the page. You can read the explanations and see images, then you can revisit specific sections of the book if you need to. If you really want to learn music theory, buying one or two music theory books can be a great investment.

Question 2

What is the best book to learn to read music?

Caleb J. Murphy · Accepted Answer

If you want to learn to read music from a book, you have several options. Some of the best books on basic music theory are Alfred’s Essentials of Music Theory Book, The Ultimate Guide To Music Theory, and Music Theory For Dummies.

Question 3

What music artist has a best selling book?

Caleb J. Murphy · Accepted Answer

Many artists have written books that have done very well. Usually, these books are autobiographical, but some musicians have written books to help other musicians. Some of the most notable artists-turned-authors include Bob Dylan (Chronicles), David Byrne (Bicycle Diaries, How Music Works), Leonard Cohen (Let Us Compare Mythologies, Beautiful Losers), Questlove (Mo&#8217; Meta Blues, Something To Food About, Creative Quest), and Dave Grohl (The Storyteller).

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