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Science and Music

James Jeans

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English
Cambridge University Press
20 July 2009
Sir James Jeans has used his remarkable gifts of exposition to set out all that is relevant in the science of acoustics to the art of music. He offers a simple but precise account (illustrated with well-chosen photographs and diagrams) of the anatomical origin and workings of the human ear; the nature of sound vibrations; simple tones and complex sounds; the principles and operation of musical instruments; harmony and the musical scale; the effects of music on men and animals; and the practical problems of acoustical design. Scientists who appreciate music, musicians with an interest in science and laymen who care for both, will thoroughly enjoy this book.

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Imprint:   Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 140mm,  Spine: 16mm
Weight:   370g
ISBN:   9781108005692
ISBN 10:   1108005691
Series:   Cambridge Library Collection - Mathematics
Pages:   288
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Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. Tuning-forks and pure tones; 3. The vibrations of strings and harmonics; 4. The vibrations of air; 5. Harmony and discord; 6. The concert room; 7. Hearing; Index.

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