The Book of Common Prayer With Musical Notes: The First Office Book of the Reformation (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

John Merbecke

 
9780260432773: The Book of Common Prayer With Musical Notes: The First Office Book of the Reformation (Classic Reprint)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0260432776 ISBN 13: 9780260432773
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book presents the 1550 edition of "The Booke of Common Prayer noted" by John Marbeck, a musician and organist of St. George's Chapel, Windsor. It is an adaptation of the Latin service books to the English words of the Te Deum, Benedictus, etc. within the Anglican liturgical tradition. Originally published during the reign of Edward VI, this liturgical reform text reflects the influence of Archbishop Cranmer, who sought to simplify and adapt the service for a broader audience. At the intersection of music and theology, the book represents a significant moment in the English Reformation, preserving historic melodies and establishing the foundation for Anglican plainchant.

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Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication date
2018
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0260432776
ISBN 13 
9780260432773
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
87

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