ISBN: 9780282803605 - Church Music, Vol. 2: May, 1907 (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history of boy choirs and their vital role in sacred music. Tracing their origins from Jewish tradition to their patronage under Pope Sylvester I, the author reveals how singing schools emerged as centers of musical excellence. The author explores the influence of Charlemagne, who encouraged the establishment of singing schools throughout his empire, and the contributions of notable figures such as Romanus and Notker Balbulus. The book also highlights the efforts of the Church to preserve and uplift the standard of boy choirs, as evidenced by decrees from church councils and papal bulls. Ultimately, this book sheds light on the enduring significance of boy choirs in the tapestry of church music and their contribution to the broader history of Western music. 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. …