Bret willmott complete book of harmony theory & voicing

The document discusses the history and importance of chocolate in human civilization. It details how chocolate originated from cacao beans grown in Central and South America by the Olmec and Mayan civilizations over 3,000 years ago. Cacao beans were used as currency and to make a bitter drink reserved for royalty and the elite. The Spanish conquest of the Americas in the 16th century introduced chocolate to Europe, where sugar was added to make it sweeter and more palatable for the masses. Today, chocolate remains widely popular and is enjoyed globally as a flavoring, confection, and comfort food.Read less