A Practical Course In Harmony : Kessinger Publishing : 9781166439286 : 1166439283 : 10 Sep 2010 : A Practical Course in Harmony: And the Elements of Musical Composition is a comprehensive guide to music theory and composition written by William Thomas Giffe in 1847. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the basics of harmony, chord progressions, counterpoint, and musical form. It is designed to be a practical guide for students of music who want to learn the fundamentals of composition and apply them to their own work. Giffe's approach is highly structured and systematic, with each chapter building upon the previous one. He begins by introducing the basic principles of harmony, including the construction of chords and the rules for their progression. He then moves on to more advanced topics such as modulation, chromatic harmony, and the use of dissonance. Throughout the book, Giffe provides numerous examples and exercises to help students practice and apply the concepts he