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Musicians In The 16Th Century Had A Vastly Different Understanding Of The Structure And Performance Of Music Than Today'S Performers. In Order To Transform Inexpressively Notated Music Into Passionate Declamation, Renaissance Singers Treated Scores Freely, And It Was Expected That Each Would Personalize The Music Through Various Modifications, Which Included Ornamentation. Their Role Was One Of Musical Recreation Rather Than Of Simple Interpretationthe Score Represented A Blueprint, Not A Master Plan, Upon Which They As Performer Built The Music. As Is Now Commonly Recognized, This Flexible Approach To Scores Changed Over The Centuries; The Notation On The Page Itself Became An Ostensible Musical Urtext And Performers Began Following It Much More Closely, Their Sole Purpose Being To Reproduce What Was Thought To Be The Composer'S Intentions. Yet In Recent Years, Scholars And Performers Are Once Again Freeing Themselves From The Written Pagebut The Tools For Doing So Have Long Been Out Of Reach.With Passionate Voice Gives These Tools To Modern Singers Of Renaissance Music, Enabling Them To Learn And Master The Art Of 'Recreative Singing.' Providing A Muchneeded Historicallyinformed Perspective, Author Robert Toft Discusses The Music Of Composers Ranging From Marchetto Cara To John Dowland In The Context Of Late Renaissance Rhetoric, Modal Theory (And Its Antecedents In Language), And Performance Traditions. Focusing On Period Practice In England And Italy, The Two Countries Which Produced The Music Of Greatest Interest To Today'S Performers, Toft Reconstructs The Style Of Sung Delivery Through Contemporary Treatises On Music, Rhetoric And Oratory. Toft Remains Faithful To The Ways These Principles Were Explained In The Period, And Thus Breathes New Life Into This Vital Art Form. With Passionate Voice Is Sure To Be Essential For Vocalists, Teachers And Coaches Of Early Music Repertoire.
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has three hundred forty-four pages. It offers a comprehensive exploration of re-creative singing in the sixteenth century.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type is paperback. This makes it lightweight and flexible for ease of reading.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Robert Toft. He provides a historically-informed perspective on Renaissance music performance.
- Q: What dimensions does this book have? A: The book measures seven point zero one inches in length, zero point eight seven inches in width, and ten inches in height.
- Q: What is the primary subject of this book? A: The primary subject is Renaissance music performance. It focuses on the art of passionate singing and musical re-creation.
- Q: How should I use this book for my singing practice? A: You can use this book as a guide to understand historical singing practices. It offers insights into ornamentation and personalization of music.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in singing? A: Yes, it is suitable for beginners as well as advanced singers. It provides foundational knowledge of Renaissance performance techniques.
- Q: Can this book help with vocal coaching? A: Yes, it is a valuable resource for vocal coaches. It offers strategies for teaching early music repertoire effectively.
- Q: How do I maintain this book in good condition? A: To maintain this book, store it in a dry place away from direct sunlight. Handle it with clean hands to prevent dirt and oils.
- Q: Is there any specific way to clean this book? A: No, specific cleaning isn't necessary. Just avoid exposure to moisture and keep it in a protective cover if possible.
- Q: What if my book arrives damaged? A: If your book arrives damaged, you should contact customer support for a return or replacement. Be ready to provide details of the damage.
- Q: What is the return policy for this book? A: The return policy allows for returns within a specified time frame. Always check the retailer's site for specific details.
- Q: Does this book cover music from other countries? A: Yes, it focuses on music from England and Italy. These are the countries with significant Renaissance music contributions.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for children? A: Yes, it is appropriate for older children interested in music. However, parental guidance is recommended for younger readers.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: Themes include musical re-creation, historical performance practices, and the connection between music and rhetoric.