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Technique Builder Workbook, Book 1 The workbook contains the Daily Routines and Mirror Exercises that are available in the Music Composition Technique Builder text. However, this text includes larger images to make it easier to read and additional ear training exercises. It's also possible to use the code inside the text to receive a DRM-free copy of this book to print and use. There are 7 Sight Singing Sets and 7 Rhythm Sets included in this book that are not available in the Technique Builder textbook. Etudes included in workbook: ① Daily Routines 1-7* ② Mirror Exercises 1-12* ③ Sight Singing Sets 1-7 ④ Rhythm Sets 1-7 This text complements the Music Composition Technique Builder textbook. While this book may be used standalone to develop the ear, it is intended only for musicians who already know how to identify notes on the staff and can play an instrument. Through a series of simple etudes, musicians can develop their technique and learn to sight-read and hear music in their mind's ear. These exercises have been used in various undergraduate music courses across the country. Please do not purchase this workbook unless you already have a basic ability to identify notes on the staff and play written sheet music at a very basic level. *Included in the Music Composition Technique Builder. The workbook totals 65 pages in length. Music Composition Technique Series: Vol. V The Elements of Music composition starts composers on a path of musical mastery. The four-volume series serves as a complete education in the theory of music composition. Volume I introduces the concepts of organicism, coherence, and comprehensibility.. Volume II develops the composers' technique and inner ear. Volume III teaches composers the craft of counterpoint and harmony. Volume IV completes the training by refining the composer's craft and turning it into art.