Acoustics Music Physics Maths: Get the Book You Need

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The discussion centers on finding resources to understand the physics and mathematics of music, particularly for writing a 3000-word essay. Key recommendations include "Music: a Mathematical Offering" by David Benson, which provides insights into the mathematical aspects of music, and a free online resource available at the University of Aberdeen. Additionally, the importance of understanding Fourier transforms is highlighted as essential for analyzing sound waves and music composition.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of acoustics principles
  • Familiarity with musical concepts such as notes, scales, and chords
  • Introductory knowledge of Fourier transforms
  • Ability to analyze sound waves mathematically
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  • Research "Fourier transforms in music analysis"
  • Explore "Music: a Mathematical Offering" by David Benson
  • Study the free online resource on mathematics and music from the University of Aberdeen
  • Investigate the "Handbook of Acoustics" for comprehensive acoustics knowledge
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Students, educators, and music enthusiasts seeking to deepen their understanding of the mathematical and physical principles underlying music and sound.

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For college we have to write a 3000 word essay on a subject so an idea I had was to firstly explain the maths/physics behind music and then break up a piece of classical music into its sine waves.

However, my acoustics knowledge is limited. Does anyone know of a good book/books that explain the physics and maths behind sound/music. Notes, scales, different instruments, chords, tempo etc. I do not yet know Fourier transforms, I understand this is probably useful so a book on that as well might be needed.

Thank you in advance.
 
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Music: a Mathematical Offering by David Benson. There is a free on-line version of the book https://homepages.abdn.ac.uk/mth192/pages/html/maths-music.html.
 
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