The Student's Textbook Of The Science Of Music - JOHN TAYLOR - Bog

The Student's Textbook of the Science of Music by John Taylor is a comprehensive guide to the fundamentals of music theory and practice. The book is written for students who are new to music and want to learn about the science behind the art form. It covers a wide range of topics, including the physics of sound, the history of music notation, and the principles of harmony and melody.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of music theory. The first section provides an overview of the basic elements of music, including pitch, rhythm, and timbre. The second section explores the physics of sound and how it relates to the creation of music. The third section covers the history of music notation, from ancient Greek notation to modern Western notation.The fourth section delves into the principles of harmony and melody, including chord progressions, scales, and modes. The fifth section discusses musical form, including the sonata form and the fugue. The final section covers musical analysis, including the analysis of musical scores and the interpretation of musical performances.Throughout the book, Taylor provides numerous examples and exercises to help students understand and apply the concepts covered in each section. The book also includes a glossary of musical terms and a bibliography for further reading.Overall, The Student's Textbook of the Science of Music is an excellent resource for students who want to learn about the science behind music theory and practice. It is written in a clear and accessible style and provides a wealth of information and exercises to help students master the fundamentals of music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.