This foundational text is written for students who want to go beyond the perceptual stage of music to learn how musical sound is created and perceived. It surveys a wide range of topics related to acoustics; beginning with a brief history of the art and science of music. Succeeding chapters explore the general principles of sound; musical scales; the primary ways in which sound can be generated; the characteristics of instruments; the use of mechanical and electronic recording devices; hi-fi stereophonic and quadraphonic sound; the design of electronic musical instruments; and architectural acoustics.Comprehensive yet accessible; Physics and Music includes over 300 diagrams; photographs; and tables. Each chapter concludes with questions; problems; and projects; in addition to references for further study. 1980 edition.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. "Basic" Chor Book - Great for Beginners; Not for Serious PlayersBy Cathy M. RisoThis is a very "Basic" book of Piano Chords. I was disappointed that it contained no more advanced or "adult" chords such as "9"; Flat 5; "11"; or "13" chords; or combinations of any of the above. This is great for someone STARTING OUT playing Chord Piano; but I do NOT recommend it for a more serious player.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Useful book could be even betterBy davidallanThe chords are in a large print and are easy to see. Chord categories are color coded. But adding page tabs for chord categories (B; D; etc;) would help you get to specific chords easier.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great learning book for a beginning and intermediate player;By kcdOh so easy to prop up on my piano stand for easy access; clear and understandable...
