McGee, Timothy J. – The Sound of Medieval Song

Description

The Sound of Medieval Song describes the highly ornate way in which music was actually sung during the Middle Ages. It discusses the techniques used by the singers as well as the ornaments they improvised while singing, and associates the sound of medieval music with that of the Middle East. `Far too little work is being done on medieval performance practice and McGee is one of the few authors to have entered this arena (the gladiatorial image is chosen advisedly). McGee’s work will be received with considerable interest.’ Christopher Page, Director, Gothic Voices Sales and Publicity Information

CONTENTS

Preface
Acknowledgements
Introduction
1 Vocal Style and Technique
2 Written Ornaments
3 Graces
4 Passaggi
5 Conclusions
Appendix – Quotations from Theoretical Sources
Bibliography