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I: Physics + music = .....

Introduction

What is the hybrid field of physics & music?

Early history of musical notation

II: Our modern tonal system

Notation and tonal systems

Intervals and scales

Tunings - from Phytagoras to equal temperament

Comparison with non-european systems:

Music in Southern Neighborhoods of Europe (Sinti and Roma music. Mishheberach scale. Ragas in Indian music. Arabic music)

Music in the Northern neighborhoods of Europe (The Sami. Celtic music)

Music in East Asia (Chinese music. Japanese music...)

Music in Austronesia, Australia and New Guinea

Music in Sub-Saharan Africa

Music in the Americas

III: Physics of musical instruments

IV: When musicians get together, they create music, play together and form an orchestra

V: Hearing

Physiology and psychoacoustics

Room acoustics

VI: Music, mind and society

Music analysis with phase portraits

What is music supposed to do with our mind and for our society?

 

This book explores the fascinating and intimate relationship between music and physics. Over millennia, the playing of, and listening to music have stimulated creativity and curiosity in people all around the globe. Beginning with the basics, the authors first address the tonal systems of European-type music, comparing them with those of other, distant cultures. They analyze the physical principles of common musical instruments with emphasis on sound creation and particularly charisma. Modern research on the psychology of musical perception ¿ the field known as psychoacoustics ¿ is also described. The sound of orchestras in concert halls is discussed, and its psychoacoustic effects are explained. Finally, the authors touch upon the role of music for our mind and society. Throughout the book, interesting stories and anecdotes give insights into the musical activities of physicists and their interaction with composers and musicians.