Tomita, Yo
Exploring Bach's B-minor Mass
- ISBN 13:
- 9781108749961
- author:
- Tomita, Yo
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 344
- Dimensions:
- 24.4 x 17 x 1.8 centimetres (0.5
- Genre:
- Music, History & Criticism, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Bach's B-minor Mass has long been a subject of fascination for musical scholars. Composed over several decades, it is considered by many to be his most complex and ambitious work.
This collection of fourteen essays brings together the latest research from international experts, gathered at an interdisciplinary symposium in 2007. The book offers a comprehensive study of the Mass's historical background, structure, sources, and reception, shedding new light on this iconic piece.
With its rigorous scholarship and innovative approaches, this volume provides a thorough understanding of Bach's Opus Ultimum, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in exploring the intricacies of his music.