Apfel, R. E. Deaf Architects & Blind Acousticians? New Haven: Apple Enterprises Press, 1998.
This source is very readable. It describes the basics of sound as well and relates it to both music and architecture.
Bellman, A., et al. Advanced Algebra. Needham: Prentice Hall, 1998. Pg. 400-456.
This is a traditional textbook that covers all of Algebra II. It is student friendly and easily red. Chapter 9 deals with trigonometry directly.
Cutnell, J. D. and Johnson, K. W. Physics. Fourth Edition. New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1998. Pg. 458-493.
This is a traditional college level physics book. The book will be easily read by students, this book offers clear explanations of frequency, period, wavelength, decibels, etc. It also offers nice applications of sound.
Ryan, M., Doubet, M. E., Fabricant, M., and Rockhill, T. D. Advanced Mathematics: A Precalculus Approach. Englewood Cliffs: Prentice Hall, 1993. Pg. 118-327.
This is a traditional approach to Pre-calculus ideas. It focuses heavily on trigonometry in chapters 3 through 6 with lots of practice. The practice focuses on skills as well as application. Occasionally extra explanation is needed from the instructor for students understanding.
Serway, R. A. and Faughn, J. S. Holt Physics. Austin: Holt, Rinehart and Winston, 1999. Pg. 437 –517.
Holt presents a very student friendly text. Chapter 12 deals with vibrations and waves with nice graphics and explanations. Chapter 13 concentrates on sound with clear explanations, giving a general background. This text also goes nicely into the mechanics of hearing. I recommend this as a nice introduction for teacher and student alike.
