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Simon Stevin's Equal Division of the Octave.

Authors :
Cohen, H. Floris
Source :
Annals of Science. Sep87, Vol. 44 Issue 5, p471. 18p. 5 Diagrams.
Publication Year :
1987

Abstract

Analyzes the equal division of octave underlying the musical theory. Discussion on the scientific principles of Pythagoras law; Evolution of equal temperament; Conceptions of the state of science of music.

Subjects

Subjects :
*MUSIC theory
*SCIENCE

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00033790
Volume :
44
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Annals of Science
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
6129471
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/00033798700200311
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