This book is an all-in-one guide for people who want to compose their own musical arrangements. You will learn to tap into your creativity while integrating melody, harmony, rhythm, and other musical devices. In no time, you'll be writing music in a wide range of genres, from rock to jazz and classical to Latin! This book features:

• Instruction for score writing for various ensembles
• Critical information about musical history
• Dozens of recorded examples
• Tips for getting music performed and published

This book and CD package shows you how to master complex musical ideas and apply them to your own creative works. You will be inspired to write and showcase your pieces with this fun and easy resource!

Eric Starr (New York, NY) is an accomplished composer, drummer, pianist, and recording artist who has been playing music for more than twenty years. Starr, a three-time recipient of the prestigious Meet the Composer Grant, has worked as a music journalist and a playwright. Starr is the author of The Everything Drums Book, The Everything Rock and Blues Piano Book, The Everything Rock Drums Book with CD, and The Everything Bass Guitar Book.