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Cambridge University Press Cambridge Manuscripts and Medieval Song - Music in Context

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Explore the complex world of medieval music through this scholarly study from Cambridge University Press. Manuscripts of medieval song often defy the simple label of songbook, acting instead as mixed compilations that combine musical notation with diverse textual content. This book provides a fresh perspective on these historical sources by examining how songs were inscribed and performed within their original settings. Through ten detailed case studies, readers examine key sources in Latin, French, German, and English from across Europe. Each chapter is written by a leading expert, offering deep insights into the relationship between text, music, and the historical context of the Middle Ages. This volume is an essential resource for students and researchers looking to understand the diverse ways music was preserved and presented in medieval manuscripts.

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Includes ten detailed case studies representing key musical sources from across Europe.

Covers a wide linguistic range including Latin, French, German, and English manuscripts.

Written by leading experts to provide academic depth for every chapter.

Analyzes how songs were inscribed as both text alone and as verbal and musical notation.

Examines the diverse contents of mixed compilations found in medieval songbooks.

Provides a comprehensive look at the relationship between performance and manuscript context.

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Brand: Cambridge University Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1107062632
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Music > Styles > Classical Music
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 28 May 2015
Listed Since: 26 August 2014

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