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"Complete" edition
The whole sequence sits in one book instead of separate levels, so you never hunt for the next volume mid-course.
Product detailSKU #1273887986029
AlfredEssentials of Music Theory: Complete
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Alfred's complete music theory course in one $17.99 volume. For a self-teaching student or a teacher who wants the whole sequence together.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Self-taught players who read tab but not notation
- Teachers assigning written theory homework alongside lessons
- Adults returning to music who skipped theory the first time
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting instrument technique — this teaches notation, not playing
- Anyone already comfortable with keys, intervals and chord construction
- Learners who need audio and video over written exercises
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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$17.99
Roughly the cost of one lesson, and it covers material a teacher would spread across many months.
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Alfred
A long-running educational publisher, so the pacing and terminology match what most school and studio teachers already use.
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Print book
You write directly in it. That makes it a one-student book — a second learner needs their own copy.
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Instrument-neutral theory
Applies to guitar, piano, voice or horn equally, since it teaches notation and harmony rather than fingerings.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01You write in this book, so buy one copy per student
- 02Bring a pencil and an eraser — exercises are written, not read
- 03A keyboard nearby helps you hear intervals and chords you're writing
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need to already read music?
No. It starts from the staff and note values, so it works as a first theory book for someone who reads nothing yet.
02Will this teach me to play an instrument?
No. It teaches notation, rhythm, keys and harmony. You still need a method book or teacher for technique on your instrument.
03Is it usable without a teacher?
Yes, it's written to be worked through on your own. A teacher helps mainly with checking your written answers and pacing.
04Can two kids share one copy?
Not really. The exercises are filled in on the page, so the second student inherits the answers. Buy separate copies.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
