Music: A Science and an Art
John Redfield
📚 Genre
Non-Fiction - Music Theory and Acoustics
🏢 Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
📅 Publication Year
1928
🔢 ISBN
Not visible; standard antiquarian academic text
About This Book
An exploration of the scientific principles behind musical sound combined with an artistic perspective, focusing on acoustics, intervals, and the perception of music. The spine shown is red cloth with stamped black and gold lettering.
Book Details
Language
English
Pages
307
Edition
First Edition Hardcover
Series
Standalone work
Target Audience
Academic and General Audience interested in music theory and physics
Collector Information
Condition
Good based on visible spine, showing minor fading, shelf wear, and slight dust accumulation on the cloth binding
Estimated Value
$20-$50
Rarity
Uncommon, as original 1920s printings in intact condition are occasionally found in specialized used bookstores but rarely in high demand
Historical Significance
An early 20th-century contribution to the pedagogical study of musical acoustics and the scientific underpinnings of artistic performance
Collector Notes
Check for hinge integrity and fading on the spine cloth. Store away from direct sunlight to preserve the red cloth binding.
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Notable Features
Early comprehensive text attempting to bridge musical aesthetics with scientific acoustics