UID:
almahu_9949989175102882
Format:
1 online resource (xiv, 306 pages) :
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48 illustrations, 4 tables.
ISBN:
9781805114550
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9781805114567
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9781805114574
Content:
"This book provides a comprehensive history of music and liturgy at Worcester Cathedral, from its foundation in the seventh century to the mid-20th century. The author delves into how political shifts, public opinion, and national trends have influenced changes in the cathedral's practices over time, while also highlighting the distinct local dynamics at play. The book captures the fluctuating significance of liturgy and music across different eras, from the strict, ritualistic practices of Benedictine monks to the rejection of ceremonial traditions by Interregnum Non-Conformists. It traces how the form of worship evolved in response to the beliefs of church leaders, leading to periods of decline and revival in the cathedral's musical standards. Notably, the study explores Worcester's role in the development of British polyphony up to the 14th century and the comforting role of the choir during World War I. With a wealth of surviving Anglo-Saxon charters, medieval liturgical manuscripts, and unique polyphonic fragments, this volume offers rare insights into centuries-old practices. While it focuses on Worcester, the study reflects broader trends in English cathedral history, providing a vital resource for understanding the interplay of music, religion, and politics in the evolution of worship."--Publisher's website.
Note:
Available through Open Book Publishers.
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EPUB Accessibility Report available from publisher's website.
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Preface / Richard Newsholme -- 1. The Music and Liturgy of the Medieval Mass and Office (680-1540) / Richard Newsholme -- 2. Early Polyphony and the Worcester Lady Chapel Choir (c.1250-1540) / Richard Newsholme -- 3. The Reformation and Changes under Four Tudor Monarchs (1520-1600) / Richard Newsholme -- 4. Thomas Tomkins and the Earlier Seventeenth Century (1596-1646) / Richard Newsholme -- 5. The Interregnum and Managing the Aftermath of Civil War (1646-60) / Richard Newsholme -- 6. The Restoration of the Monarchy and Reinstating the Anglican Church (1660-1700) / Richard Newsholme -- 7. A New Prosperity and More Settled Cathedral Liturgy (1700-40) / Richard Newsholme -- 8. A Mixed Century: The Later Georgian Period (1740-1840) / Richard Newsholme -- 9. Queen Victoria's Reign: Changes after the Cathedrals Act of 1840 (1840-1900) / Richard Newsholme -- 10. The Earlier Twentieth Century and Two World Wars (1900-50) / Richard Newsholme.
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Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Language:
English
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