Physics and Music: The Science of Musical Sound

by Donald H. White, Harvey E. White, Donald H. White, Harvey Elliott; White

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0486779343
• ISBN13: 9780486779348
• Release Date: June 2014
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.1" x 9.1"