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Harmonograph: A Visual Guide to the Mathematics of Music (Wooden Books)by Anthony Ashton
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:During the nineteenth century, a remarkable scientific instrument known as a harmonograph revealed the beautiful patterns found in music. Harmonograph is an introduction to the evolution of simple harmonic theory, from the discoveries of Pythagoras to diatonic tuning and equal temperament. Beautiful drawings show the octave as triangle, the fifth as pentagram; diagrams show the principles of harmonics, overtones, and the monochord. Anthony Ashton examines the phenomenon of resonance in Chladni patterns, describes how to build a harmonograph of your own, and provides tables of world tuning systems. This inspiring book will appeal to musicians, mathematicians, designers, and artists alike. Book News Annotation:Economist and journalist Ashton presents graphical representations of
musical harmonies, mostly produced by the harmonograph, a simple
scientific instrument invented in the 19th century, which he
describes how to build. He explains insights that the pictures
provide into the nature and possibilities of sound combinations.
There is no index or bibliography.
Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Review:"The fascinating, informative Wooden Books series blends ancient wisdom and modern knowledge. The books are thin, impeccably designed, and will stimulate more thinking and subsequent 'Eureka' moments than a dozen novels laced with narrative innovations and postmodern stylings." Atlanta Journal-Constitution Synopsis:A short, illustrated introduction to the evolution of simple harmonic theory. Synopsis:Ashton presents a short, illustrated introduction to the evolution of simple harmonic theory. Illustrations. About the AuthorAnthony Ashton is an economist and journalist. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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