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Acoustics For Musicians (1918)

Acoustics For Musicians (1918)

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ISBN10: 1436759870
ISBN13: 9781436759878
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 29 2008
Pages: 156
Weight: 0.48
Height: 0.33 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Acoustics For Musicians is a book written by Percy Carter Buck and first published in 1918. The book is a comprehensive guide to the science of acoustics, specifically as it relates to music and musical instruments. The author begins by introducing the basic principles of sound and vibration, including the properties of waves and the physics of resonance. He then goes on to explore the specific acoustical properties of various musical instruments, including strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Throughout the book, Buck provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts he is explaining. He also includes practical advice for musicians on how to optimize the acoustics of their instruments, such as how to position a violin bow for maximum sound production. Overall, Acoustics For Musicians is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science of sound and how it relates to music. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both musicians and non-musicians alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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