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#1 Amazon Best Seller in Music Theory and Music Reference. Over 20,000 copies sold worldwide with nearly 100% five-star reviews. Music theory books have been teaching the same way for centuries. Rename a long list of effects, recycle the decisions and trends of composers from before they even had toilet paper, and take the same basic ideas and rename them fifteen different ways. They are essentially history books pretending to be theory. That's why people hate them. This book is different. The Science of Music teaches the underlying causes and science behind what all of those many effects come from. Once you peek behind the curtain, everything becomes much easier than it has been presented to appear. Allen Van Wert's original research into modes uncovered fundamental misunderstandings that have been baked into traditional music theory for centuries, including the revelation that the minor scale itself was the biggest mistake in music theory history. These findings allowed him to correct those issues and strip away the complexity and redundancy that have made theory way harder to learn than it needs to be. The result is a complete rebuild of music theory from the ground up. No more outliers. No more exceptions patched over ill-conceived opinions based on trends from a long time ago. The theory presented in this book will always be true and will always work in any context. What makes this book different: Allen couldn't afford to go to college even with his skill-based scholarship. He studied their books in a tiny room at home and started noticing the flaws in their logic. A part of being autistic is noticing where systems can be built better and also having a strong sense of justice about it. He couldn't just leave it broken. Part computer programmer, part musician who experiences goosebumps and chases that magic. That outside perspective is exactly what allowed him to step outside the matrix and see things for what they really are. You benefit from his life's work and study. This is for people interested in actually making music. Composing, improvising, songwriting, and learning songs much faster. Many readers say they have a strong understanding of how music works by page 45. This is the new music theory. Updated January 2026 with 100% new hand-made art, text upgrades, and formatting.

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What the Pros Are Saying: ""Allen's ability to distill complex concepts into accessible and engaging lessons has inspired countless musicians, including myself. In this book, Allen bridges the gap between technical mastery and creative expression. Whether you are a seasoned musician or just starting your journey, his insights will enrich your understanding and appreciation of music. I can confidently say that Allen's approach makes theory not just comprehensible, but genuinely exciting. Prepare to unlock new dimensions in your musicality. This is more than a guide, it's a gateway to a deeper connection with your craft. Enjoy the journey."" Chris Adler (Grammy award winning drummer of Lamb of God and Multi Platinum Megadeth) ""I don't know sh*t about music. But if I do it's because I read it in Allen Van Wert's book."" GreazyWil Anspach (Grammy-winning producer and engineer for Demi Lovato, Muse, Hozier, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Justin Bieber, Machine Gun Kelly, Killer Mike, and many other artists you hear) ""A fantastic in-depth comprehensive book that leaves no stone unturned. Well explained and easy to understand, by the end of this book you'll be a music theory pro...!"" Ron ""Bumblefoot"" Thal (Lead guitarist of Multi Platinum Guns N' Roses, Asia, Sons of Apollo) Ron praised the book to his fans on his personal Facebook. ""I have only ever had 1 guitar lesson in my entire life, and I took it from Allen Van Wert"" Jason Null (Lead guitarist of Platinum award winning band Saving Abel) ""Allen Van Wert, every time I hear that guy play, it makes me want to quit guitar, or sometimes it makes me want to practice guitar."" Travis Miguel (Guitarist of Atreyu and Trapt) Three time Grammy award winner Darius Rucker of Hootie and the Blowfish bought a signed copy. The bassist of Dua Lipa said the book was priceless. The live guitarist of Sabrina Carpenter said it changed his life. Michael Bublé followed Allen on TikTok and was watching his livestreams. Joseph Wooten of the Wooten Brothers and band director of the Steve Miller Band grabbed a copy and loved it. Roland Skarberg 5.0 out of 5 stars This Book Defeated My ADHDAt about 100 pages in, I was reading a chapter on the diminished scale, and I realized that I understood everything the author was saying. My mind wasn't wandering. He related everything back to triads and the major scale, and it dawned on me that I had absorbed everything he said about triads and the major scale. As a self taught guitarist whose eyes glazed over at anything more complex than a power chord, this was life changing. Joe Kissinger 5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent tool for every musician.As a lifelong musician who often relied on intuition rather than strict rules, I found the straightforward language refreshing. Many theory books drown you in needless details and tend to overwhelm beginners, often neglecting practical application. This book proves you can teach music theory in the most basic and effective manner by focusing on fundamental concepts and clear explanations, making it accessible for learners of all levels.

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Allen has taught musicians with Grammy awards and platinum albums. He is one of the top guitarists on the planet and has instructed over three million students through jamplay and truefire. Allen has played and worked with notable musicians. He invented and programmed the worlds first and only A.I. picking trainer for guitar at ultimatepicking.com Drummer of Lamb of God and Megadeth

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