The effect of material properties on the sound quality of string instruments

This course will give musicians an understanding of the sound quality of their instrument and why there are differences between instruments. The link between material science and music is rarely covered and this course tries to link two very different fields. The topics covered include: 1) Physics of sound 2) Relevant wood properties 3) Acoustical properties of wood 4) Determination of these properties 5) Classification of tonewoods (for all wooden Instruments) 6) The process of making string instruments 7) How to define sound quality in instruments This course is unique in that it provides a bridge between music studies and materials science studies with a focus on wooden instruments. Often musicians do not know how their instruments were built and how the materials affect the sound. To join, press the button "join this program" at the bottom of the page