Bibliograph

Music, math, and mind, the physics and neuroscience of music, David Sulzer

Type

Label

Music, math, and mind, the physics and neuroscience of music, David Sulzer

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 261-270) and index

Illustrations

platesillustrationsmusic

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Music, math, and mind

Nature of contents

discographiesbibliography

Oclc number

1152490118

Responsibility statement

David Sulzer

Sub title

the physics and neuroscience of music

Summary

"Why does a clarinet play at lower pitches than a flute? What does it mean for sounds to be in or out of tune? How are emotions carried by music? Do other animals perceive sound like we do? How might a musician use math to come up with new ideas? This book offers a lively exploration of the mathematics, physics, and neuroscience that underlie music in a way that readers without scientific background can follow. David Sulzer, also known in the musical world as Dave Soldier, explains why the perception of music encompasses the physics of sound, the functions of the ear and deep-brain auditory pathways, and the physiology of emotion. He delves into topics such as the math by which musical scales, rhythms, tuning, and harmonies are derived, from the days of Pythagoras to technological manipulation of sound waves. Sulzer ranges from styles from around the world to canonical composers to hip-hop, the history of experimental music, and animal sound by songbirds, cetaceans, bats, and insects. He makes accessible a vast range of material, helping readers discover the universal principles behind the music they find meaningful. Written for musicians and music lovers with any level of science and math proficiency, including none, Music, Math, and Mind demystifies how music works while testifying to its beauty and wonder"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

The parameters of sound -- The math of pitch, scales, and harmony -- Waves and harmonics -- The math of sound and resonance -- Math and rhythmic structure -- Centerpiece : the sense of hearing -- Brain mechanisms of rhythm -- Neural mechanisms of emotion -- Ear physiology : how air waves become sound -- Deep brain physiology of sound -- Sound disorders, illusions, and hallucinations -- Animal sound, song, and music

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