Ancient Understandings of the Relationship between Mathematics and Music Cover Image

Antičko shvatanje veze između matematike i muzike
Ancient Understandings of the Relationship between Mathematics and Music

Author(s): Stajka Rajić
Subject(s): Cultural history, Music, Ancient World, Ancient Philosphy, Philosophy of Science, History of Art
Published by: Univerzitet u Sarajevu - Muzička akademija; Muzikološko društvo FBiH
Keywords: Mathematics; Music; Ancient Greece; Mathematics and music;

Summary/Abstract: From the earliest periods of human civilization, mathematics and music have been developed through and within nature. By studying these fields as a science (mathematics) and an art (music), great thinkers, philosophers, and mathematicians have identified significant connections and relationships between them. The degree to which mathematics explains and contributes to the development of musical rules and musical theory suggests that the two are intertwined and contribute to their mutual development. Starting with Ancient Greece and the positions of significant scientists and artists from that period, this article will move through history to explicate the close connection between music and mathematics.

  • Issue Year: XXIII/2019
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 74-89
  • Page Count: 16
  • Language: Serbian