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The Rameau Compendium
Graham Sadler
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Description for The Rameau Compendium
Paperback. This book is the most authoritative and up-to-date source of quick reference on the Baroque composer and theorist Jean-Philippe Rameau (1683-1764) Num Pages: 288 pages, 13 black & white illustrations, 26 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: AVGC3; AVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 150 x 15. Weight in Grams: 666.
This book is the most authoritative and up-to-date source of quick reference on the Baroque composer and theorist Jean-Philippe Rameau (1683-1764), covering every significant area of his life and creative activity. In particular, the dictionary and work-list provide the reader with easy access to a wealth of cross-referenced material. The dictionary highlights recent discoveries and developments, and corrects a number of errors and misunderstandings. It includes entries on institutions, places, individuals, genres, instruments, technical terms, iconography, editions, specific works and publications, and caters for the fact that some users will be at least as interested in Rameau's theoretical writings as ... Read more
This book is the most authoritative and up-to-date source of quick reference on the Baroque composer and theorist Jean-Philippe Rameau (1683-1764), covering every significant area of his life and creative activity. In particular, the dictionary and work-list provide the reader with easy access to a wealth of cross-referenced material. The dictionary highlights recent discoveries and developments, and corrects a number of errors and misunderstandings. It includes entries on institutions, places, individuals, genres, instruments, technical terms, iconography, editions, specific works and publications, and caters for the fact that some users will be at least as interested in Rameau's theoretical writings as ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
Weight
665g
Number of Pages
281
Place of Publication
Woodbridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781783271924
SKU
V9781783271924
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Reviews for The Rameau Compendium
A work for the specialist library, performer and musicologist. REFERENCE REVIEWS The greatest strength of this compilation is its author's stunning expertise, evident on every page. EARLY MUSIC REVIEW [T]his volume can be highly recommended to anyone interested in French baroque music in general and Rameau in Particular. THE CONSORT ... Read more