The Oxford Book of Italian Madrigals
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Author Description
During the eighty years from approx. 1535 many thousands of Italian madrigals were composed. Here are 55 for mixed voices covering the whole range of types, and the whole period. All have been chosen for their musical value - they are small masterpieces.
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THE THESIS
This collection investigates the stylistic evolution and musical diversity of the Italian madrigal during its most prolific eighty-year period. Alec Harman, a noted musicologist, curates a selection of fifty-five compositions to demonstrate the breadth of the genre from 1535 onward. By focusing on works of high musical merit, the volume provides a representative survey of the madrigal's development for mixed vocal ensembles.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A curated selection of 55 Italian madrigals for mixed voices.
- Coverage of the historical period spanning from approximately 1535 to 1615.
- Musical scores representing the full range of madrigal types and compositional styles.
- Editorial selection criteria based on the intrinsic musical value of each piece.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Musicologists and choral directors frequently cite this anthology as a reliable resource for exploring the technical and aesthetic nuances of the Italian madrigal. Experts highlight the collection's utility in providing a comprehensive overview of the genre's maturation for both academic study and performance practice.
Page Count:
336
Publication Date:
1983-07-07
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0193436477
ISBN-13:
9780193436473
Music
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Choral Music
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