The Sounds of Music : Science of Musical Scales II -- Western Classical
Sushan Konar
TL;DR
This paper explores the development of various scales used in Western classical music, highlighting their historical evolution and significance within this influential genre.
Contribution
It provides an in-depth analysis of Western classical music scales, contributing to the understanding of their origins and role in music theory.
Findings
Identification of key scales in Western classical music
Historical development of scales over time
Impact of scales on musical composition
Abstract
A set of basic notes, or `scale', forms the basis of music. Scales are specific to specific genre of music. In this second article of the series we explore the development of various scales associated with western classical music, arguably the most influential genre of music of the present time.
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Taxonomy
TopicsMusic Technology and Sound Studies · Music and Audio Processing · Diverse Musicological Studies