Combines the principles of music theory, composition, orchestration and transcription into a coordinated system of integrated techniques. A complete step-by-step course to develop the musician's ability to hear and notate any style of music. Prepares the musician for the working world of music: the professions of composing, arranging, orchestrating, music preparation and performance. This book provides all the tools for a successful life in music and is designed as a self-training manual as well as a classroom text. An extensive reference section has many resources with various music professions, organizations, books, websites, instruments, computer applications and study plans.