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The physical basis of musical sounds

Title
  1. The physical basis of musical sounds / by Joseph Morgan.
Published by
  1. Huntington, NY : Robert E. Krieger Publishing Company, 1980.
Author
  1. Morgan, Joseph, 1909-

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Description
  1. xvi, 145 pages : illustrations; 24 cm
Subject
  1. Music > Acoustics and physics
  2. Akoestiek
  3. Muziek
  4. Natuurkunde
Contents
  1. Preface -- Fundamental physical concepts -- Simple harmonic motion -- Mechanical waves and their transmission -- Interference -- Vibrating systems -- Subjective and objective characteristics of sound -- Intervals, scales, and temperament -- Musical instruments -- Acoustics of halls and auditoriums -- Appendix -- Answers to odd-numbered problems -- List of illustrations -- Index.
Owning institution
  1. Princeton University Library
Note
  1. Includes index.