This first book presents the rudiments of theory divided into short chapters. There are revision chapters, covering two topics at one time, interspersed with cheerful illustrations, making learning more fun. Contents: Time Values (Semibreve, Minim, Crotchet, Quaver); Time Signatures (2/4, 3/4, 4/4); Notes On The Stave (Treble And Bass); Semiquaver; Rests; Ties; Dotted Notes; Accidentals (sharp, flat, natural); Semitones and Tones; Key Signatures (F Sharp, C Sharp, C Sharp, B Flat); Scales (C, G, D And F); Major Intervals (2nd To Octave); Tonic Triads; Rhythm Writing (Two-Bar Rhythm); Performance Directions (Terms And Signs); General Exercises; Know Your Italian Terms (Game); Crossword Puzzle.