"In this engaging title, young readers learn about the form of energy that is sound! Sound waves and their wavelengths are discussed, as are the vibrations of molecules, acoustics, and how the ear interprets sound. These properties are illustrated by the making and hearing of music. Colorful infographics make decibels, amplitude, frequency, and ear anatomy easily accessible, and prominent contributors such as Ludwig van Beethoven are featured. A fun...

"Music is an outlet for self-expression. It has the power to influence your feelings, connect you to others and break down barriers ... And believe it or not, it's science -- a LOT of science! The tunes that move us are a blend of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, plus passion and emotion. In this book, you'll find out when humans began making music, the early history of recording and playing back, how things we use every day like...

Describes the scientific concept of sound and other related topics, such as vibrations, volume, and pitch, through the exploration of a guitar.

Discusses sound, both as a natural phenomenon and as an application in music, and provides related projects.

"Explains essential facts about sound, including human voices, how musical instruments work, echoes, and ultrasound. Includes experiments"--Provided by publisher.