Theories of Fugue from the Age of Josquin to the Age of Bach by Paul Mark Walker
Few bodies of Western music are as widely respected, studied, and emulated as the fugues of Johann Sebastian Bach. Despite the esteem which Bach's contributions brought to the genre, however, the origin and early history of the fugue remain poorly understood. This work addresses both the history and methodology of the pre-Bach fugue.
Winner of the 2002 William HScheide Prize, from the American Bach Society, for a publication of exceptional merit on Bach or figures in his circle. * . *
Significant contribution to our better understanding of the history of fugues. * BACH BIBLIOGRAPHY *
An important addition to the literature on the history of musical forms. * CHOICE *
This is a fine and valuable book, encyclopaedic in its coverage of the subject, and the only treatment (in any language) of the entire field. It is an extraordinary achievement. * MUSIC & LETTERS *
Lucidly and engagingly written...this book is an outstanding contribution to scholarship and a definitive work, indispensable for the historical study of fugue. * THE AMERICAN ORGANIST *
Anyone interested in the fascinating topic of the emergence of the Baroque will find this book a wlecome addition to the overall picture of that important period of musical history. * AMERICAN RECORDER *
Significant contribution to our better understanding of the history of fugues. * BACH BIBLIOGRAPHY *
An important addition to the literature on the history of musical forms. * CHOICE *
This is a fine and valuable book, encyclopaedic in its coverage of the subject, and the only treatment (in any language) of the entire field. It is an extraordinary achievement. * MUSIC & LETTERS *
Lucidly and engagingly written...this book is an outstanding contribution to scholarship and a definitive work, indispensable for the historical study of fugue. * THE AMERICAN ORGANIST *
Anyone interested in the fascinating topic of the emergence of the Baroque will find this book a wlecome addition to the overall picture of that important period of musical history. * AMERICAN RECORDER *
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781580461504 |
| ISBN 10 | 1580461506 |
| Title | Theories of Fugue from the Age of Josquin to the Age of Bach |
| Author | Paul Mark Walker |
| Series | Eastman Studies In Music |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Boydell & Brewer Ltd |
| Year published | 2004-02-01 |
| Number of pages | 504 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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