Tuning and Temperament: A Historical Survey (Dover Books On

Tuning and Temperament: A Historical Survey (Dover Books On Music: History)

The demands of tuning (attaining the perfect scale) and temperament (the compromises necessary for composing in every key) have challenged musicians from the earliest civilizations onward. This guide surveys these longstanding problems, devoting a chapter to each principal theory and offering a running account of the complete history of tuning and temperament. Organized chronologically, the book features a helpful glossary and numerous illustrative tables, and it requires minimal background in music theory. This new reissue is currently the only edition in print of a much-quoted classic. 9 figures. 180 tables.
Country USA
Brand Dover Publications
Manufacturer Dover Publications
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 0486434060
ReleaseDate 2004-05-20
UnitCount 1
UPCs 800759434060
EANs 9780486434063

Tuning and Temperament: A Historical Survey (Dover Books On Music: History)