Excerpt from Iter Hispanicum<br/><br/>Le tableau suivant, qui représente la disposition générale des cahiers dont se composent l'un et l'autre manuscrit, fait voir dans quel esprit ils ont été groupés.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This fascinating book delves into the extraordinary world of polyphonic music during the Middle Ages. It sheds light on two remarkable 13th-century manuscripts, one housed in the Cathedral of Toledo and two in the Escorial Library. These manuscripts contain a collection of 425 melodies known as the Cantigas de Santa Maria, attributed to King Alfonso X of Castile. The author explores the captivating history behind these Cantigas, examining their origins and the cultural significance they held in medieval Spain. Through in-depth musical analysis, the book illuminates the intricate techniques and diverse styles employed in these compositions. It places them within the broader context of medieval music, highlighting their unique contributions to the development of polyphony and the rich tapestry of Western musical heritage. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780428021764_0
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