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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Complete: Book -
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: A Complete Self-Study Course for All Musicians: Book & 2 CDs 
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: A Complete Self-Study Course for All Musicians: Book & 2 CDs
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: A Complete Self-Study Course for All Musicians: Book & 2 CDs
By Andrew Surmani, Karen Farnum Surmani, and Morton Manus
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Book 3: Book -
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Complete: Book & 2 CDs -
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Flash Cards -- Key Signature: Flash Cards -
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Teacher's Answer Key: Book -
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Flash Cards -- Note Naming: Flash Cards 
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Flash Cards -- Note Naming: Flash Cards
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Flash Cards -- Note Naming: Flash Cards
By Andrew Surmani, Karen Farnum Surmani, and Morton Manus
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Flash Cards -- Rhythm: Flash Cards 
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Flash Cards -- Rhythm: Flash Cards
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Flash Cards -- Rhythm: Flash Cards
By Andrew Surmani, Karen Farnum Surmani, and Morton Manus
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Teacher's Activity Kit, Complete: Book -
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Ear Training CD 1 (for Books 1 & 2): CD 
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Ear Training CD 1 (for Books 1 & 2): CD
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Ear Training CD 1 (for Books 1 & 2): CD
By Andrew Surmani, Karen Farnum Surmani, and Morton Manus
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Teacher's Answer Key: Book & 2 CDs 
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Teacher's Answer Key: Book & 2 CDs
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Teacher's Answer Key: Book & 2 CDs
By Andrew Surmani, Karen Farnum Surmani, and Morton Manus
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Ear Training CD 1 (for Books 1 & 2): Digital Audio Download 
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Ear Training CD 1 (for Books 1 & 2): Digital Audio Download
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Ear Training CD 1 (for Books 1 & 2): Digital Audio Download
By Andrew Surmani, Karen Farnum Surmani, and Morton Manus
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Ear Training CDs 1 & 2 Combined (for Books 1-3): Digital Audio Download 
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Ear Training CDs 1 & 2 Combined (for Books 1-3): Digital Audio Download
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Ear Training CDs 1 & 2 Combined (for Books 1-3): Digital Audio Download
By Andrew Surmani, Karen Farnum Surmani, and Morton Manus
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Book 1 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition: Book 1 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition 
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Book 1 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition: Book 1 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Book 1 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition: Book 1 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition
By Andrew Surmani, Karen Farnum Surmani, and Morton Manus
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Double Bingo Game -- Note Naming: Book -
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Double Bingo Game -- Rhythm: Book -
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Teacher's Activity Kit, Book 1: Book -
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Book 2 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition: Book 2 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition 
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Book 2 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition: Book 2 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Book 2 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition: Book 2 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition
By Andrew Surmani, Karen Farnum Surmani, and Morton Manus
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Software, Version 3 CD-ROM Student Version, Complete Volume: Software 
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Software, Version 3 CD-ROM Student Version, Complete Volume: Software
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Software, Version 3 CD-ROM Student Version, Complete Volume: Software
By Andrew Surmani, Karen Farnum Surmani, and Morton Manus
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Double Bingo Game -- Key Signature: Book -
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Book 3 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition: Book 3 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition 
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Book 3 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition: Book 3 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Book 3 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition: Book 3 Alto Clef (Viola) Edition
By Andrew Surmani, Karen Farnum Surmani, and Morton Manus
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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Teacher's Activity Kit, Book 2: Book
About This Collection
Description
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory by Karen Farnum Surmani, Andrew Surmani, and Morton Manus anchors this collection of 34 resources designed to build foundational theory skills across all levels. The series progresses from Book 1 through Book 3, with a Complete edition that consolidates the entire curriculum, making it easy to match materials to where your students are. You'll find the core student books alongside supporting resources like flash cards for key signatures, a teacher's answer key, and audio CDs that reinforce ear training and practical application.
Highlights
Teachers rely heavily on Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Complete and Book 1, both widely adopted for their clear, systematic approach to notation, intervals, scales, and harmonic concepts. The flash cards and teacher's answer key are popular add-ons that simplify preparation and assessment. The audio CD editions give students a way to work through material independently while reinforcing their learning with listening exercises.
Composer & Author Spotlight
Karen Farnum Surmani serves as Early Childhood Acquisition Editor and Vocal Masterworks Editor for Alfred Music, bringing expertise across multiple musical areas. Beyond Essentials of Music Theory, she has authored Teach Yourself to Sing and Singing 101, and co-authored Rock Singing Techniques and Sing at First Sight, reflecting her deep background in vocal pedagogy and music education at the university level.
Morton Manus shaped Alfred Music's direction as president from 1952 to 2016, overseeing the company through decades of educational publishing. His leadership transformed Alfred from its roots in Tin Pan Alley into one of the most trusted names in music education materials, including the Essentials series that has become a standard in classrooms and studios.