Behind bars. The definitive guide to music notation

The most thorough and painstakingly-researched book on the subject of notation to be published since the 1980s A comprehensive grounding in notational principles which empowers the reader to prepare music in a clear and expert way Illuminates rules and conventions, including both basic themes and complex techniques Subjects are handled as logical progressions from the elementary to the complex Definitions are given where terminology is uncommon or potentially confusing Provides invaluable support for musicians working with Sibelius and other music software programmes Supported by 1,500 music examples, including extracts from the works of influential composers spanning Bach to Xenakis Includes sections on electroacoustic music and micronotes