Music In The History Of The Western Church

Music in the History of the Western Church is a comprehensive study of the role of music in the development of Christianity in the Western world. Written by Edward Dickinson and first published in 1902, this book explores the history of religious music from its origins among primitive and ancient peoples to the music of the early Christian church, the medieval period, the Renaissance, and beyond. The book begins with an introduction to the role of music in religious practices among primitive and ancient peoples, including the Greeks, Romans, and Hebrews. It then moves on to explore the early Christian church and its use of music in worship, including the development of plainchant and the role of music in the liturgy. The medieval period is examined in depth, with a focus on the development of polyphonic music and the emergence of the great composers of the era, such as Hildegard von Bingen, Guillaume de Machaut, and Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina. The book also explores the impact of the Reformation on religious music, including the development of hymnody and the emergence of Protestant church music. Throughout the book, Dickinson provides detailed analyses of musical compositions and their historical context, as well as insights into the cultural and social influences that shaped the development of religious music. Music in the History of the Western Church is a valuable resource for scholars and music lovers alike, offering a rich and detailed exploration of the role of music in the history of Christianity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.