Musimathics : The Mathematical Foundations of Music.
Title:
Musimathics : The Mathematical Foundations of Music.
Author:
Loy, Gareth.
ISBN:
9780262278591
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Physical Description:
1 online resource (501 pages)
Contents:
Contents -- Foreword -- Preface -- About the Author -- Acknowledgments -- 1 Music and Sound -- 2 Representing Music -- 3 Musical Scales, Tuning, and Intonation -- 4 Physical Basis of Sound -- 5 Geometrical Basis of Sound -- 6 Psychophysical Basis of Sound -- 7 Introduction to Acoustics -- 8 Vibrating Systems -- 9 Composition and Methodology -- Appendix A -- Appendix B -- Glossary -- Notes -- References -- Equation Index -- Subject Index.
Abstract:
A commonsense, self-contained introduction to the mathematics and physics of music; essential reading for musicians, music engineers, and anyone interested in the intersection of art and science.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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