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MUSIC THEORY (short essay)
Music theory can be thought of as the answers for the test. Knowing what you're doing is always better than guessing. Without the theory
background you can only expect accidental
results, and they might not be
reproducible. Theory concepts require your
internalization, experimentation, and
investigation. It's not just a matter of learning an 'idea'. The information will only be helpful if you figure out what to do with it.
Music is a universal way of communicating.
Everyone listens to music. But, a musician has a greater understanding of what's happening, and should by common sense wonder why he/she
listens to the music that they do. The only way to accomplish this is by gaining an appreciation for music through the theory background. A
musician
without the background is ignoring the basis, or foundation of our music system. Music is a game with rules. The rules can be bent but not broken. For music to be music, someone has to listen. By avoiding music theory, you're placing a limit on your own potential.
In thinking about what you're learning, and playing on the guitar, relationships and
similarities can be reached. Having your whole 'self' involved in learning the guitar can save you countless hours. I would recommend that you study material that is more advanced than your
current level, as your mind will try to adapt,
forcing you to move forward. The only way to shorten the amount of time required to be
proficient on the guitar is to have the mind
moving ahead of the body. By studying
something that is too hard, or that presently makes no sense, the mind will be forced to look for answers to reach understanding.
Music theory should occupy a third of a
students practice time. At the beginning level, one should never be allowed to guess, or be
denied the reasoning behind the concepts.
Realizing why things work will allow for greater creative freedom. Music theory is a necessity for any musician.
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