Music At Court
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Christopher Hogwood
Binding: Hardback
Published: Folio Society, 1977
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This scholarly work chronicles the intricate relationship between music and power within the grand courts of Europe. It uncovers how composers and musicians navigated the demands of royal patrons, shaping the very soundscapes of their eras. The text details the evolution of courtly musical traditions, from the Renaissance to the Baroque, illustrating the profound influence of aristocratic taste on artistic expression. Presenting a rich tapestry of historical accounts and musical analysis, Music At Court offers an authoritative perspective on an often-overlooked aspect of cultural history.
Author: Christopher Hogwood
Binding: Hardback
Published: Folio Society, 1977
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This scholarly work chronicles the intricate relationship between music and power within the grand courts of Europe. It uncovers how composers and musicians navigated the demands of royal patrons, shaping the very soundscapes of their eras. The text details the evolution of courtly musical traditions, from the Renaissance to the Baroque, illustrating the profound influence of aristocratic taste on artistic expression. Presenting a rich tapestry of historical accounts and musical analysis, Music At Court offers an authoritative perspective on an often-overlooked aspect of cultural history.