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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Rasmus NielsenSuper; I simply hear different now; wonderfull...6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. The best harmony book Ive ever readBy jawdfsWhile i cant say ive read everything on the subject; far from it; i have read Schenkers and Hindemiths books on harmony; Fortes book and a number of others commonly found in University libraries. (My BA is in Music Theory Composition - fyi) Ive found that many of these authors are genuinely interesting and insightful (Schenker in particular; much to my own surprise) however none come close to Mathieus book in terms of illuminating the essence of the modal/tonal universe for me. Beginning with the actual physics of sound; Matheius book builds a theoretical framework like no other; with fewer assumptions and on a more solid footing than anyone else i am aware of. More excitingly; he has helped me to expand greatly the harmonic universe within my own compositions.As one who has been involved all his life in the field of music (40+ years); i can say that this is the most important book i know for anyone interested in music theory; improvisation and composition.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Heavy Duty Study for SureBy Kindle CustomerI did not expect such a heavy book! 8.5 x 11 in. and 2lbs.! A lifetime study; but thus far I have gotten a couple of very good ideas I am working on: rhythmic rather than harmonic; strangely. Im trying to wrap my head around the numerical and verbal concepts of stuff I know and practice to some extent in my music. Whether I can stick with it is another matter. But as little as Ive gotten into this book; I do feel that it will be helpful; and once Ive worked through it a bit; it will be a reference for as long as Im involved in music.