Welcome to the Companion Website for Music Theory and Composition: A Practical Approach by Stephen C. Stone
Music Theory and Composition presents a pragmatic, accessible approach to music theory through an emphasis on melody and counterpoint. This focus explains the “why” of musical construction more clearly than the traditional approach of beginning with chords. By starting with a single melodic line and gradually adding voices in counterpoint, the book drills part-writing while simultaneously explaining functionality, first with scale degrees and then with harmony. The text has students learn musical techniques and progressively build on their functions and importance to create their own compositions.
Music Theory and Composition clearly presents otherwise complicated ideas not as strict rules, but as artistic ideals, encouraging the interactive creation of new compositions as a tool for learning.
Designed for first-year college music theory courses, but accessible enough for the interested lay reader or high school student, the text offers a true balance of counterpoint and harmony.
For Students
This open-access Companion Website provides PDFs of the workbook sections from the textbook. These PDFs allow students to print extra copies of the workbook sections for practice or to turn in to their professors.
For Professors
Complimentary teaching materials include an Instructor’s Manual (with sample syllabi and student handouts), Answer Keys, and Sample Tests.
Please note the instructor resources are password protected and available to teaching professionals only. Please click the link below to log in or request access.
