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The study of the character and performance of the first Italian secular drama, the Orfeo of Poliziano, unquestionably a lyric work, is the result of some years of labor. The author believes that What he has to offer on this topic will be found to possess historical value. The subsequent development of the lyric drama under the combined influences of polyphonic secular composition and the growing Italian taste for luxurious spectacle has been narrated at some length, because the author believes that the reformatory movement of the F lorentines was the out come of dissatisfaction With musical condi tions brought about as much by indulgence of the appetite for the purely sensuous elements in music as by blind adherence to the restrictive laws of ecclesiastic counter point.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book looks at the origins of opera by studying the history of musical and dramatic elements in Italy up to the birth of opera. Beginning with the liturgical drama in the early church, the author explores its transformation into the secular, lyric drama. The author notes the influence of ancient dramatic dance, the use of processions, and the introduction of comedy. The study examines the development of the musical side of the drama, looking at the use of Gregorian chant, the addition of soloists, and the gradual introduction of instrumental orchestras. There is a detailed discussion of Polizianoâs Favola di Orfeo, thought to be the first secular lyric drama with music, which includes an examination of the music and performance of the play. Overall, the book highlights the complex and gradual evolution of opera from its origins in religious drama, providing valuable insights into the artistic and cultural forces that shaped its development. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330330920_0
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