Tune thy musicke to thy hart : the art of eloquent singing in England 1597-1622 / Robert Toft.

Author/creator Toft, Robert
Format Book
Publication InfoToronto : University of Toronto Press, ©1993.
Descriptionviii, 194 pages : illustrations, music ; 26 cm
Subjects

Contents 1. Elocutio -- 2. Pronunciato. To sing eloquently. 'All the senses satisfied'. Pronouncing distinctly. 'Figures and passionate ornaments made manifest'. Divisions and graces. To act aptly -- 3. Passionate Ayres Pronounced -- Glossary.
Abstract Outlines the principles that governed song composition and performance during early 17th-century England, and suggests how they can be applied in modern performances of songs from the period. In an arrangement inspired by the teaching method prescribed by William Kempe in 1588, emphasizes how singers sought to persuade listeners by singing eloquently and acting aptly, then applies those principles to two songs. Includes a glossary without pronunciation.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCNcn 92095081
ISBN0802028489 :
ISBN9780802028488

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Music Closed Stacks - Ask at Circulation Desk MT892 .T64 1993 ✔ Available Place Hold