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Routledge - Robert Armin and Shakespeare's Performed Songs

Name: Routledge - Robert Armin and Shakespeare's Performed Songs
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Explore the transformative impact of Robert Armin on the musical landscape of Shakespearean drama. This interdisciplinary book examines how Armin's arrival in the Chamberlain's Men changed the structure of plays, increasing the frequency of songs and singing lines significantly. Through a detailed investigation, the text looks at how songs evolved to mirror Armin's personal style as a solo comedian and author, often taking on a seemingly improvisatory quality. This study connects Renaissance music to the actual performances that could have been heard on the Shakespearean stage. By analyzing songs found in some of the most famous plays, including Much Ado About Nothing, this work provides a unique look at the collaborative relationship between performer and playwright. It is an essential resource for those interested in the history of music, theater, and the evolution of Renaissance performance styles.

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Investigates the measurable impact Robert Armin had on the frequency of songs and singing lines in Shakespearean plays.

Analyzes how Armin's unique style as a comedian and author influenced the improvisatory nature of stage songs.

Provides an interdisciplinary study connecting Renaissance music to historical Shakespearean stage performances.

Examines musical elements within famous works, including Much Ado About Nothing, to understand dramatic shifts.

Offers a scholarly look at the collaborative relationship between performers and playwrights during the Renaissance.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: Hardcover
ASIN: 147245832X
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Music > Styles > Classical Music
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 24 May 2017
Listed Since: 28 September 2016

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