A Perfect Harmony: Music, Mathematics and Science by Darling, David

A Perfect Harmony: Music, Mathematics and Science

A melodic odyssey through the interwoven worlds of music, physics and mathematics From the earliest of civilisations,...
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Author: David Darling
Format: Paperback
Language: English
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A Perfect Harmony: Music, Mathematics and Science by Darling, David

A Perfect Harmony: Music, Mathematics and Science

$29.09

A Perfect Harmony: Music, Mathematics and Science

$29.09
Author: David Darling
Format: Paperback
Language: English
A melodic odyssey through the interwoven worlds of music, physics and mathematics

From the earliest of civilisations, humans have found ways to make music, whether through makeshift drums or artfully drilled bone flutes. But how did music - effectively little more than a series of certain tones and rhythms - become so integral to the human experience?

Untangling the curious links between notes and number, musical perception, psychology and physics, David Darling examines the fascinating science behind music, from its Palaeolithic origins to the present.

Revealing surprising connections and busting pervasive myths, A Perfect Harmony asks:
  • Why do musicians tend to be better at maths than non-musicians?
  • Why do we find some pieces sad and others happy?
  • Will playing Mozart to babies predispose them to genius?
  • Could an AI write the perfect symphony?


Author: David Darling
Publisher: Oneworld Publications
Published: 08/05/2025
Pages: 288
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 7.70h x 5.10w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9780861549856


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 07/01/2025

About the Author
David Darling is a science writer, astronomer and music producer. His books include the bestselling Equations of Eternity. Together with Agnijo Banerjee, he is the co-author of the Weird Maths trilogy and The Biggest Number in the World. He lives in Dundee, Scotland.

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