Apel, Willi

The Notation of Polyphonic Music 900 1600 (Hardback)

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ISBN 13:
9781849028042
author:
Apel, Willi
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Benediction Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
2010
Pages:
518
Dimensions:
22.9 x 15.2 x 3.3 centimetres (0
Genre:
Music, History & Criticism, Music,
Condition:
New
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£32.66

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The Notation of Polyphonic Music 900-1600 (Hardback) Willi Apel's comprehensive study of polyphonic music notation provides a detailed examination of the subject. First published in 1953, this work remains an essential resource for scholars and musicians seeking to understand the complexities of medieval and Renaissance music. The book covers the development of polyphonic music notation from the 9th to the 17th centuries, including the use of neumes, mensural notation, and other musical symbols. Apel's analysis is supported by numerous examples and illustrations, making this volume a valuable reference for anyone interested in the history and theory of Western classical music. With its thorough treatment of the subject, The Notation of Polyphonic Music 900-1600 is an important contribution to the field of musicology.

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