Practical Harmony: A Systematic Course In Fifty-Four Lessons is a comprehensive guide to understanding the principles of harmony in music. Written by Ludwig Bussler and originally published in 1896, this book takes the reader through a step-by-step course that covers all aspects of harmony, from basic chord progressions to more complex harmonic structures.The book is divided into fifty-four lessons, each of which builds upon the knowledge gained in the previous lesson. The first few lessons introduce the reader to the basics of music theory, including scales, intervals, and chords. From there, the book progresses to more advanced topics such as modulation, chromatic harmony, and counterpoint.Throughout the book, Bussler provides numerous examples and exercises for the reader to practice. These exercises are designed to help the reader develop their skills in recognizing and creating various harmonic structures.One of the strengths of Practical Harmony is its clear and concise writing style. Bussler presents complex concepts in a way that is easy to understand, making this book an excellent resource for both beginners and advanced musicians.Overall, Practical Harmony: A Systematic Course In Fifty-Four Lessons is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their understanding of harmony in music. Whether you are a student of music theory or a practicing musician, this book is sure to provide you with a wealth of knowledge and practical skills.With Numerous Explanatory Examples, Models, Exercises, And Quotations From The Master Works Interspersed Throughout The Text. For Use In Colleges, Private Teaching, And For Self-Instruction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.