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Preface from “The New Tuning”
Since the time of Bach, keyboard instruments have been tuned by a system called “equal temperament,” whereby the octave is divided into twelve equal parts called “half steps.” This way of tuning has not been ideal, since a prime interval, the perfect fifth, has not been tuned perfectly. Today, a new approach to tuning offers a sound that is better in several important ways than that of the traditional system.
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THE NEW TUNING completely details this new approach. It is not just another book on piano tuning. It is an innovative work which can improve the sound of keyboard music.
While this book would be a valuable asset to any musical library in any music school or college, it also provides an enjoyable exploration into an exciting world for the general reader. Concepts that might be difficult for the non-mathematical mind are presented very carefully in easy to understand language. The many illustrations, charts and diagrams help to clarify the written text. All of the mathematics have been checked for accuracy. Musicologists, acoustical experts, sound technicians, piano tuners, musicians wishing to tune their own instruments—as well as the entire piano industry—will find the book valuable and stimulating.
There is no other book presenting this information. It is the result of the author’s long years of experience as a tuner, teacher, composer and musician.
