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Music, Physics and Engineering (Dover Books On Music: Acoustics),New
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Now thoroughly revised and enlarged, this book offers the most comprehensive coverage available of all aspects of the production, reception, and reproduction of sound. Written clearly and concisely, all its chapters can be understood without specialized training in music, physics, engineering, or mathematics.Dr. Olson discusses the nature of sound waves; explains the division of sound into scale patterns and the traditional method of notating them; describes the individual characteristics of all musical instruments currently in use (including the human voice); shows how the ears hear; discusses concert hall and recording studio acoustics, amplification systems, etc; describes the elements of sound reproduction systems from the telephone to the stereo record player; and concludes with a new chapter on the production, development, and potentialities of electronic music.Under these broad headings, readers will find a close analysis of the way in which a violin produces sound; descriptions of carbon, crystal, dynamic, velocity, and unidirectional microphones; a comparison of the relative absorbency of 22 acoustic materials, building materials, and objects; a description of how music can be produced by a digital computer; and much, much more. Conductors will find suggestions on positioning their orchestras; performers will understand the dynamics of their instruments; recording engineers and acousticians will discover a remarkably comprehensive reference work; and music teachers, students, physicists, and enthusiasts in general will find easy access to a vast wealth of information.
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- Q: What topics does 'Music, Physics and Engineering' cover? A: The book covers the production, reception, and reproduction of sound, including sound waves, musical notation, characteristics of musical instruments, acoustics, sound reproduction systems, and electronic music.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone without a background in music or physics? A: Yes, the book is written clearly and concisely, making it accessible to readers without specialized training in music, physics, engineering, or mathematics.
- Q: How many pages does 'Music, Physics and Engineering' have? A: The book contains 480 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Music, Physics and Engineering' is Harry F. Olson.
- Q: When was 'Music, Physics and Engineering' published? A: The book was published on June 1, 1967.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the revised edition of 'Music, Physics and Engineering'.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book considered new or used? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What kind of audience would benefit from this book? A: Conductors, performers, recording engineers, acousticians, music teachers, students, physicists, and music enthusiasts will find this book valuable.
- Q: Does the book include information on digital music production? A: Yes, it includes a description of how music can be produced by a digital computer.