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Strings and Synapses: Explorations in Guitar Science and Art

David Robert Grimes

Strings and Synapses: Explorations in Guitar Science and Art brings together a groundbreaking collection of scientific journal articles that delve into the intricate world of the guitar. From the physics behind string-bending to the neural synchronization of musicians, this anthology provides a comprehensive examination of the guitar as both a musical instrument and a scientific marvel. Readers will find in-depth studies on topics such as the dynamics of free guitar improvisation, advancements in guitar technology like mobile synthesizers, and innovative research on guitarist fingertip tracking using AI. Further explorations include motion capture analysis of finger-string interactions and perceptual thresholds of acoustical guitar models, revealing the delicate interplay between instrument design and human perception. This collection also ventures into pedagogical insights, showcasing studies comparing learning methods, and addresses the ergonomic challenges faced by guitarists to prevent musculoskeletal disorders. Whether you are a scientist, musician, educator, or technology enthusiast, Strings and Synapses offers a rich tapestry of knowledge that elevates the understanding of guitar playing's artistic and scientific dimensions.

Quality Research Publishing is dedicated to making knowledge more accessible to the general public by curating a topical compilation of the latest research on various subjects and providing plain language summaries.

Each of the articles in this book is available individually and digitally without cost. However, we believe it is important for the contextualizing and sharing of educational and scientific work to curate this research in a way that is understandable and helpful to the average person seeking deeper knowledge of a particular subject.

The research articles compiled for this book were published under a permissive Creative Commons license, are in the public domain, or have no copyright restrictions, permitting their use in this book. If you have questions about the licensing of any article, please visit qualityresearchpublishing.com.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Quality Research Publishing
  • Publish Date: Aug 7th, 2024
  • Pages: 150
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 11.00in - 8.50in - 0.32in - 0.80lb
  • EAN: 9781022903432
  • Categories: Musical Instruments - GuitarAcoustics & SoundMobile & Wireless Communications

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