Music as Arts and Science

Music occupies a unique position among human disciplines; it is both expressive and analytical, emotional and mathematical. In Music as Arts and Science, Albert O. U. Authority and Calista A. N. Ugwu have achieved a rare synthesis, bridging creative artistry with scientific inquiry.

This textbook offers a comprehensive exploration of music’s dual nature, guiding readers through its aesthetic, acoustic, and pedagogical dimensions. It demonstrates how rhythm, melody, harmony, timbre, and acoustics form a unified field of study that connects the humanities and the sciences.

The authors present their material with clarity, scholarly rigour, and cultural sensitivity, making this work a valuable resource for students, educators, and researchers alike. It stands as a testament to the evolving vision of music education in Africa and beyond, where creativity meets critical thought, and sound becomes a language of both art and science.