Music in the Renaissance (2nd Edition)
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Book Description
Offers a complete overview of music in the 15th and 16th centuries -- with emphasis on the contributions of the greatest composers. Provides an overview of the place of music in Renaissance society. Explains the most significant features of the music, and the distinguishing characteristics of each of the leading Renaissance composers. Emphasizes the music itself - what it was like, and how it changed. Features many musical examples. Reflects the massive new scholarship in the field and new music examples -- e.g., Spanish and English music, the Italian madrigal, and the influence of Renaissance humanism on music. For anyone interested in music or music history.
The publisher, Prentice-Hall Humanities/Social Science
An overview of music in the 15th and 16th centuries, with emphasis on the contributions of the greatest composers.
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Music in the Renaissance (2nd Edition)
Music in the Renaissance (2nd Edition),Howard Mayer Brown,Louise K. Stein,Prentice Hall,0134000455,15th century,16th century,History & Criticism - General,History and criticism,Music,Music Of The 15th And 16th Centuries,Renaissance,Music / General
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