Architectural Acoustics

<p> Acoustics as a branch of physics involves heavy mathematics and the practice of architectural acoustics involves knowledge of a broad range of subjects. For these reasons many people believe that good acoustics are almost impossible to obtain and exist only in concert halls. With a solid understanding of the basics however rooms with good acoustics are not as hard to design and build as people might think.</p><p> This work describes acoustics and the factors to be considered in constructing a room or building with good sound quality. Among the topics covered are intonation tuning and temperaments of classical music environmental noise noise and vibration control sound measurement sound systems acoustic models and acoustical design for various settings and purposes including acoustics for chamber music synagogues churches and classrooms.</p><p> The work looks at places like Clemens Theatre Congress Hall Binns Rehearsal Room and Philharmonic Hall to name just a few as models of small and large buildings with excellent acoustics. Many diagrams and other illustrations enhance the text.</p>