PC 125 - Musical Acoustics

Institution:

Juniata College

Subject:

Description:

(Variable; Variable; 4.00 Credits; F,N) This course covers concepts of physics as applied to music. Topics include sound and resonance, pitch and tuning systems, psychoacoustics, anatomy of the ear, workings of musical instruments, electronic music fundamentals and literature, a review of musical notation, and aural recognition of intervals and pitches. Students will design and build a musical instrument, and participate in a performance.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.juniata.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 641-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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