Music: A Science and an Art
John Redfield
📚 Genre
Non-Fiction - Music Theory and Acoustics
🏢 Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
📅 Publication Year
1928
🔢 ISBN
Not available on spine
About This Book
An exploration of the scientific foundations of music, examining acoustics, music theory, and the artistic implications of physics in sound. The featured book shows a red cloth spine with black and metallic stamped lettering.
Book Details
Language
English
Pages
307
Edition
First Edition Hardcover
Series
Standalone work
Target Audience
Academic and General Audience interested in music theory
Collector Information
Condition
Good. Visible fading to the red cloth spine, minor shelf wear, and dust accumulation.
Estimated Value
$15-$40
Rarity
Uncommon, due to its age and specialized academic nature, though not heavily sought after by general collectors.
Historical Significance
An early and notable attempt to bridge the gap between scientific acoustic principles and musical composition during the early 20th century.
Collector Notes
Store away from direct sunlight to prevent further fading of the red cloth binding. Check the internal binding for loosening due to age.
Similar Books
The Physics of Music by Alexander Wood, On the Sensations of Tone by Hermann von Helmholtz, Music, Physics and Engineering by Harry F. Olson
Notable Features
Early comprehensive text on musical acoustics