Publisher's Synopsis
The Six-Chord Spiral is a book written by John R. Stephens and first published in 1907. The book is a comprehensive study of the six chords that form the basis of Western music, namely the major, minor, augmented, diminished, dominant, and subdominant chords. The author explores the relationships between these chords and how they can be used to create a wide range of musical compositions. The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an introduction to the six chords and their basic properties. The second part delves deeper into the relationships between the chords and their use in different musical contexts. The third part offers practical exercises and examples for musicians to apply the concepts discussed in the book.The Six-Chord Spiral is a valuable resource for musicians, music students, and anyone interested in understanding the fundamental principles of Western music theory. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it easy for readers to follow along and apply the concepts to their own musical practice. Overall, The Six-Chord Spiral is a timeless classic that continues to be relevant and useful for musicians of all levels.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
