Music in GoldenAge Florence 12501750 by Anthony M Cummings HARDBACK

The University of Chicago Press

Explore the rich musical history of Florence from 1250 to 1750 in this comprehensive hardcover book. "Music in Golden-Age Florence, 1250-1750" by Anthony M. Cummings delves into the city's significant contributions to music, from the madrigal and opera to the piano. Discover how music was heard and cultivated across civic, religious, and private spheres, making it an invaluable complement to studies of Florentine art, literature, and political thought. This detailed account covers Florence's musical journey from the Priorate of the Guilds to the end of the Medici Grand Duchy. Key Features: * Comprehensive coverage of Florentine music history (1250-1750) * Explores civic, religious, and private musical cultivation * Connects music to art, literature, and political thought * Authoritative research by Anthony M. Cummings Product Summary: Hardcover music history book, "Music in Golden-Age Florence, 1250-1750" by Anthony M. Cummings, published by The University of Chicago Press. Covers music history from the Middle Ages to the mid-eighteenth century. Details civic and private musical practices in Florence. ISBN: 9780226822785. English language. 456 pages.