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A Generative Theory of Tonal Music
A Generative Theory of Tonal Music
Author: Fred Lerdahl, Ray Jadkendoff
This work, which has become a classic in music theory since its publication in 1983, models music understanding from the perspective of cognitive science. The point of departure is a search for a grammar of music with the aid of generative linguistics. The theory, which is illustrated with numerous examples from Western classical music, relates ...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780262620499
ISBN-10: 0262620499
Pages: 384
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Publisher: Mit Pr
Book Type: Paperback
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