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Cambridge University Press Cambridge Purcell Music Study - Compositional Artifice Book

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Explore a new perspective on English Baroque music with Compositional Artifice in the Music of Henry Purcell. Published by Cambridge University Press, this scholarly work by Alan Howard examines Purcell's compositional methods through the lens of historically contemporary theory. By focusing on Purcell's artificial approach to imitative counterpoint and fugal invention, Howard provides a fresh analytical framework. This study challenges the view of Purcell as a fundamentally conservative composer, offering new insights into his musical world and his use of complex counterpoint. It is an essential resource for those studying the evolution of musical styles from Josquin to J. S. Bach.

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This book by Alan Howard examines the compositional methods and musical reception of Henry Purcell.

Published by Cambridge University Press, this study focuses on Purcell's artificial approach to imitative counterpoint.

The text provides a unique analytical approach by connecting compositional methods with historically contemporary theory.

This research challenges previous perspectives that portrayed Henry Purcell as a fundamentally conservative composer.

The work offers insights into fugal invention and musical styles similar to studies of Josquin and J. S. Bach.

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Release Date
17 October 2019
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08 February 2019

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