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Music from the Age of Shakespeare: A Cultural History,Used
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This book introduces every important aspect of the Elizabethan music world. In ten scrupulously researched yet accessible chapters, Lord examines the lives of composers, the evolution of musical instruments, the Elizabethan system of musical notation, and the many textures and traditions of Elizabethan music. Biographical entries introduce the most significant and prolific composers as well as the members of royal society who influenced Elizabethan musical culture. Both familiar and obscure instruments of the era are described with focus on their musical and social contexts. Various types of music are defined and illustrated, along with an explanation of the musical notation used during this era. Chapter bibliographies, glossaries, and an index provide additional tools for both the novice and the experienced student of music and music history.When Elizabeth ascended to the throne in 1558, England was undergoing tremendous upheaval. Power struggles between Protestants and Catholics shaped the English music world as musicians' livelihoods were directly linked to their religious allegiances. Music became a form of strategy within court politics, and secular music evolved through the musical and poetic influences of the Italian Renaissance. Events of the day were told and retold through music, class and social differences were sung with relish, and rituals of love and life were set to story and song. When England defeated the vaunted Spanish Armada in 1588, a victorious nation expressed its jubilance through music.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Music from the Age of Shakespeare'? A: The book explores various aspects of the Elizabethan music world, including the lives of composers, musical instruments, notation, and the cultural context of music during that era.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Music from the Age of Shakespeare' is Suzanne Lord.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 264 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Music from the Age of Shakespeare' published? A: The book was published on September 30, 2003.
- Q: Does this book include any illustrations or musical examples? A: Yes, the book includes illustrations and definitions of various types of music relevant to the Elizabethan era.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in music history? A: Yes, the book is written in an accessible style and includes tools such as bibliographies and glossaries that cater to both novices and experienced students.
- Q: What historical context does the book cover regarding music during the Elizabethan period? A: The book discusses the power struggles between Protestants and Catholics and how these affected musicians' lives and the development of secular music.
- Q: Are there any notable composers featured in this book? A: Yes, the book includes biographical entries on significant and prolific composers of the Elizabethan era.
- Q: What is the significance of music in the context of Elizabethan society as discussed in the book? A: The book highlights how music served as a form of strategy in court politics and expressed social and cultural narratives of the time.