Music Theory Resources in ARMA

Music Theory is an important part of ARMA, and it is represented by both survey articles on the topic and also articles on genres and forms. The survey articles cover important concepts in the context of various styles and complement the articles on historic trend. A similarly focused perspective is in the articles about genres and forms, with emphases on specific works (and links to music in ARMA). Even more focused discussions occur in the commentaries on selected works include analytic discussions, sometimes accompanied by useful tables or other supporting material. In addition, when your students encounter terminology specific to music theory, they may find ARMA's Glossary to be a useful starting point for your teaching.

The articles on music theory include:

Music Theory Surveys
• Fiona McAlpine: Music Theory in the Middle Ages
• Seth Coluzzi: Music Theory in the Renaissance
• Christopher Brody: Analytical Approaches to Baroque Music
• Markus Neuwirth: Key Concepts for the Theory and Analysis of Music from the Classical Period
• Richard Bass: Harmony and Key Relationships in Romantic Music
• Joshua Mailman and Neil Newton: Introduction to the Analysis of 20th-Century Repertoire
  Genres & Forms
• Fiona McAlpine: Genres and Forms in the Middle Ages
• Allen Scott: Renaissance Genres and Forms
• Kimberly Hieb: Genres and Forms in the Baroque Era
• Matthew Pilchere: Classical Genres and Forms
• Christopher Ruth: Genre and Form in the Nineteenth Century
• Matthew Heap: Genres and Forms in the Twentieth Century
  Related Articles
• Ben Geyer: A Theory of Jazz Performance Practice

Please use the general page for links to other Resource Pages. Additional materials are in preparation and will be available when they are ready.Additional materials are in preparation and will be available when they are ready.

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More contributions are welcome in ARMA! Contact James Zychowicz, if you would like to send a proposal.