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Routledge - The Language of the Modes: History of Polyphonic Modality

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Unlock the secrets of early music with The Language of the Modes: Studies in the History of Polyphonic Modality. For many music students and listeners, the concept of modes remains a deep mystery due to centuries of modern harmony. This volume by Wiering demystifies the modal world, explaining how composers and performers used these structures to create beautiful and compelling works. Through eight detailed essays, this book examines various aspects of modality. It serves as a comprehensive resource by codifying all known theoretical references to mode, along with modally ordered musical sources and modally cyclic compositions. Whether you are a student of music theory or a dedicated listener of classical music, this text provides the clarity needed to understand the foundational structures of early polyphonic music.

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Comprehensive study of modes in early music through eight specialized essays covering different aspects of modality.

Provides a complete codification of all known theoretical references to mode for academic research.

Includes a detailed catalog of modally ordered musical sources and modally cyclic compositions.

Demystifies the modal world for students and listeners accustomed to modern harmonic structures.

Explains how historical composers and performers used modal structures to build beautiful musical works.

Acts as an invaluable source for anyone studying the history of polyphonic modality and early music.

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Brand: Routledge
Colour: White
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0815333420
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Music > Styles > Classical Music
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 14 September 2001
Listed Since: 05 February 2007

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